SOE15606 – Ellerton Road, Wimbledon (Camberley Avenue / Taunton Avenue)

Update: 17.03.2026

The team completed all works in Coombe Gardens last week. Reinstatement works are now underway, after which the site will be cleared and all barriers and excess materials removed.

This week, the team has moved into Cambridge Road and Taunton Avenue. Works in this area are expected to take approximately 3–4 weeks, after which all works in the area will be completed.

Once these works are finished, the team will move on to a new project.
We would like to thank everyone for their patience and cooperation in helping us complete these works efficiently and safely.  

Update: 24.02.2026

We now have two teams working on this project to help progress the programme as efficiently as possible.

Team One

Team One is currently working on Almer Road and Ellerton Road. They are aiming to complete all engineering works by the week commencing 23 February 2026.

Reinstatement will follow during the subsequent week, after which the road will begin to be cleared and reopened. Once these works are complete, this team will finish in the area and move on to another project.

Team Two

Team Two is currently working on Westcoombe Avenue. Next week, they will move into Coombe Gardens, where works are expected to take approximately two weeks to complete.

All residents will receive advance notification when access to properties is required in order to carry out the works.

Please note that parking bays have been suspended on the side of the road where the gas main is being installed to prevent access issues. We kindly ask residents to refrain from parking in these suspended bays, as enforcement action and fines may be issued.

Update: 14.02.2026

We now have two teams working on this project to help progress the programme efficiently.

Team One – Hood Road & Preston Road

Team One has been working on Hood Road and Preston Road since 5 January.
· Engineering works are expected to take approximately two weeks
· Reinstatement will then follow for a further 1–2 weeks
The muck bay will remain on site during the works but will be fully reinstated to its original condition once all works are complete.
Once finished in this area, the team will move into Melville Road and Lindisfarne Road.

Team Two – Cambridge Road

Team Two began work on Cambridge Road on 5 January, starting from Coombe Lane to Oakwood Road.
· This week, the team is working from Oakwood Avenue, completing service connections into side roads and replacing a further 100 metres of gas main.
· Week commencing 19 January, the team will complete the remaining section of Cambridge Road, with all mains replaced.
The junction of Richmond Road will remain closed while works continue on Avenue Road, allowing for the safe storage and management of the muck bay.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we carry out these essential gas network upgrades.

Update: 10.02.2026

We now have two teams working on this project to help progress the programme as efficiently as possible.

Team One – Melville Avenue & Lindisfarne Road

Last week, the team completed all engineering works in Melville Avenue, including the final connection, and also inserted approximately 70 metres of new main in Lindisfarne Road.
This week, the team aims to:
· Complete all works in Lindisfarne Road
· Begin setting up in Almer Road under a road closure from Wednesday 11/02.
Trial holes will be carried out this week, with the main section of works on Almer Road and Ellerton Road starting from next Monday.

Team Two – Cambridge Road & Surrounding Areas

Last week, all works in Parkfields Avenue and Avenue Road were completed. Reinstatement is now underway, and all barriers and site equipment are expected to be fully removed by the end of this week.
This week, the team will begin work in Westcoombe Avenue, where they will remain for approximately three weeks, before moving into Coombe Gardens.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we carry out these essential gas network upgrades.

Update: 27.01.2026

We now have two teams working on this project to help progress the programme as efficiently as possible.

Team One – Hood Road, Preston Road & Surrounding Areas

Team One has been working on Hood Road and Preston Road, with all engineering works on these roads due to be completed by the end of this week.
Midway through the week, the team will move to Melville Avenue to begin the next phase of mains replacement. These works are expected to last just over one week, after which the team will move into Lindisfarne to complete all remaining mains replacement in that area.

Team Two – Cambridge Road & Surrounding Areas

Team Two began work on Cambridge Road on 5 January, starting from Coombe Lane towards Oakwood Road.
All engineering works on Cambridge Road were completed last week, and the team has now moved into Avenue Road and Parkfields Avenue. These sections are expected to be completed within one week, before the team moves on to Westcombe Avenue.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we carry out these essential gas network upgrades.

Update: 14.01.2026

We now have two teams working on this project to help progress the programme efficiently.

Team One – Hood Road & Preston Road

Team One has been working on Hood Road and Preston Road since 5 January.
· Engineering works are expected to take approximately two weeks
· Reinstatement will then follow for a further 1–2 weeks
The muck bay will remain on site during the works but will be fully reinstated to its original condition once all works are complete.
Once finished in this area, the team will move into Melville Road and Lindisfarne Road.

Team Two – Cambridge Road

Team Two began work on Cambridge Road on 5 January, starting from Coombe Lane to Oakwood Road.
This week, the team is working from Oakwood Avenue, completing service connections into side roads and replacing a further 100 metres of gas main.
Week commencing 19 January, the team will complete the remaining section of Cambridge Road, with all mains replaced.
The junction of Richmond Road will remain closed while works continue on Avenue Road, allowing for the safe storage and management of the muck bay.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we carry out these essential gas network upgrades.

Update: 16.12.2025

Last week, our team fully reinstated the entire length of Holland Avenue. The only remaining items on Holland Avenue are a welfare unit and muck bay, both of which will be fully removed by 19/12/2025.
The team is currently working in Beverley Avenue, where the whole road will be replaced with new plastic gas pipework. All excavations will then be reinstated, with works scheduled to be fully completed by 23/12/2025. Once complete, the site will be entirely cleared of barriers and signage, and the road will be fully accessible.
Please note that parking suspension notices are in force in Beverley Avenue, and failure to comply may result in PCNs being issued.
In the new year, the team will be working in Hood and Preston Road. We will be looking to complete this road in 2 weeks and then reinstatement to follow, all residents have been letters and notified of works, Parking will be restricted at times.

Thank You

We would like to thank all residents and road users for their patience and cooperation throughout this project.
We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄🎉

Update: 02.12.2025

Last week, our team began works in Holland Avenue, successfully inserting 150 metres of new plastic (PE) gas main to replace the old metallic pipework. This week, the team is completing the final outstanding service connections before moving into Beverley Avenue. All works in Beverley Avenue, including reinstatement, are expected to be completed by 23 December 2025.

Parking Notice – Important Update

We would like to inform residents that any PCNs issued in Holland Avenue between 28/11 and 01/12 have been revoked. This decision was made due to issues affecting the parking suspensions in the area. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Looking Ahead to the New Year

From 02 January 2026, our team will move into Hood Road to begin the next phase of the upgrade works.
We thank all residents for their patience and cooperation while we carry out these essential improvements to the local gas network.

Update: 05.11.2025

Project Complete for Now – Returning December.

Update: 21.10.2025

Good news — our team has now completed all gas mains replacement works on Drax Avenue.
The current road closure remains in place but will be removed by 24 October 2025.
The team was scheduled to move into Almer Road and Ellerton Road next. However, they’ve been temporarily reassigned to an emergency SGN job in another area for approximately four weeks.
Once that emergency work is complete, the team will first return to Holland Avenue, before moving back into Almer Road and Ellerton Road to continue the planned works.
Residents will receive advance notice before we return, and a road closure will be required at that time to allow the work to take place safely.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these essential upgrades.

Update: 08.10.2025

This week our closure location has moved from Drax avenue at the junction of Barham Road to either side of Almer road. This will be the location our closures remain for the remaining section of work.

Our team this week and next will continue to work on Drax avenue, following this they will then go into Almer Road and Ellerton Road. The team are working alongside the school to still retain access for parents during school term which is working well.

Update: 23.09.2025

The team have been this week working in Drax Avenue and will continue this section for another 3 weeks. The team will be working under a road closure and at times will have to restrict access when having large vehicles on site. Any issues please speak to the team on site, and they will be happy to answer any concerns.