Lambeth Road Closures Scheduled to Conclude in Early March 2026
Three significant road closures in the Kennington area of Lambeth, which have been in effect since January 2026, are set to conclude within days of each other in early March. These disruptions are part of major infrastructure works being carried out by Thames Water, impacting local traffic and residents.
Kennington Closures and Reopening Dates
According to real-time data from one.network, which monitors road closures and diversion routes, the following streets will reopen on these specific dates:
- Worgan Street: Closed from the junction with Jonathan Street to Glasshouse Walk, this road will reopen on March 3, 2026. Works have been conducted in phases to minimize disruption to the community.
- Monkton Street: Scheduled to reopen on March 7, 2026, following completion of the necessary utility upgrades.
- Fitzalan Street: Will resume normal traffic flow on March 11, 2026, marking the end of this extended closure period.
These coordinated reopenings aim to restore access and reduce inconvenience for Lambeth residents and commuters who have faced detours since the start of the year.
Additional Ongoing Road Closures Across Lambeth
Beyond Kennington, several other road closures remain active in Brixton, West Norwood, and Waterloo, with varying end dates. The Local Democracy Reporting Service has compiled a detailed list of these disruptions:
- Belevedere Road in Waterloo: This road, located behind the London Eye, was temporarily closed to facilitate the setup for the BAFTA Film Awards on February 22, 2026. It closed on the morning of February 23 and was expected to reopen by 2 PM the same day.
- Saint Julian's Farm Road in West Norwood: Closed since February 18, 2026, for works by Scotia Gas Networks, this road is due to reopen on February 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
- Arlingford Road in Brixton: Thames Water initiated a closure here starting at 8 AM on February 23, 2026, with reopening scheduled for February 28, 2026, at 6 PM.
- Brailsford Road in Brixton: This represents the most prolonged closure, in place since February 9, 2026, for Thames Water works. It is not set to reopen until May 20, 2026, at 6 PM, affecting local traffic for several months.
Residents are advised to plan alternative routes and stay updated on any changes to these schedules through official channels like one.network.
