Richmond roadworks close six streets this August

Richmond roadworks will close six residential streets completely between 19 August and 5 September as the council continues its 2026 carriageway resurfacing programme. The works will affect Briar Road in South Twickenham, Talma Gardens near St Margarets, Enmore Gardens in East Sheen, Hawkins Road in Hampton Wick, Windmill Road in Fulwell, and a stretch of Castelnau in Barnes. If your usual route takes you through any of these roads, you will need an alternative for between two and five days depending on location.

The council has published exact dates and locations for the latest phase of carriageway resurfacing works running from mid-August through early September.

Which streets are closing and when

Six streets will close completely for resurfacing works over a three-week period.

Briar Road in South Twickenham closes for two days from 19 August. Talma Gardens near St Margarets follows immediately after on 20 to 21 August. Enmore Gardens in East Sheen is scheduled for 21 to 22 August. Hawkins Road in Hampton Wick closes from 24 to 25 August, and Windmill Road in Fulwell will be shut for four days from 26 to 29 August. The final location is a section of Castelnau in Barnes, from Church Road to Washington Road, which closes for five days from 1 to 5 September. Each closure applies to the entire length of the smaller roads, while Castelnau work covers only the specified section.

The tightest squeeze comes in the final week of August when Windmill Road remains closed for four consecutive days.

How to check your area and plan ahead

The council maintains an interactive map showing all roadworks planned, in progress, and recently completed across the borough.

You can view the map through the One Network platform, which allows you to search by postcode or street name and filter by date. The map shows not only council resurfacing works but also utility company works from providers like Thames Water and UK Power Networks, giving you a complete picture of what is happening in your area. If you live on or near any of the affected streets, check the map now to see whether your usual parking spot, delivery route, or school run will be affected. The resurfacing schedule may shift slightly if weather conditions prevent work, so check again a day or two before the planned closure.

Knowing what is coming gives you time to arrange alternative parking with neighbours or adjust your regular journeys without the morning surprise.

What this means for you

If you live on one of the six roads, you will receive a letter from the council with specific details about parking restrictions and access arrangements during the closure. Residents can usually still reach their properties on foot, but you will not be able to drive in or out while work is underway. If you rely on your car daily, arrange alternative parking nearby before the closure starts. For everyone else, check the One Network map now if you regularly drive through Barnes, Twickenham, East Sheen, Hampton Wick, or Fulwell. Add a few minutes to journeys scheduled during the closure dates, and consider walking or cycling if the closed road sits on your usual short cut. The works typically finish on schedule, so mark the end date and your normal route should reopen the following day with a noticeably smoother surface.

The resurfacing programme continues through summer with work concentrated in residential streets and short closures designed to complete each road quickly. Check the interactive map, note the dates that affect your area, and plan your routes accordingly.

The schedule follows the same pattern established in earlier phases this year: complete road closures during works, with each residential street finished in one or two days and larger routes like Castelnau taking up to a week.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park on my street during resurfacing works?

No. Parking is suspended on the affected street for the entire duration of the closure. If you live on one of the six roads, you will need to find alternative parking nearby, typically on adjoining streets. The council letter sent to residents before work starts will specify the exact dates and any temporary parking arrangements available.

Can I still access my property during the roadworks?

Pedestrian access is usually maintained, but vehicle access is not. You will be able to walk to and from your front door, but you will not be able to drive to your property while resurfacing is underway. Arrange alternative plans for deliveries, care visits, or any service that requires vehicle access during the closure period.

How do I find out about other roadworks in Richmond?

The council’s interactive map on the One Network platform shows all planned, current, and completed roadworks across the borough. You can search by postcode or street name and see works carried out by the council and utility companies. The map is updated regularly and includes estimated start and end dates for each project.

What happens if the weather delays the roadworks?

Resurfacing work cannot proceed in heavy rain or freezing conditions, so the schedule may shift by a day or two. The council does not always notify residents of short weather delays, so if you need certainty about timing, check the One Network map the day before the planned closure or contact the council’s highways team directly.

Useful resources

• Richmond highways and transport