Motorists, residents and bus passengers in Credenhill are facing another week of disruption after the closure of a key route near the village was officially extended while Welsh Water continues repair work following a burst water main.
The A480 between Credenhill Park Dairy and Stretton Court Farm has been closed since November 5 after the water main burst, prompting emergency works and significant disruption to traffic and public transport services.
New roadworks information confirms the closure will now remain in force until 11.59pm on November 12, affecting both the A480 from Credenhill Park Dairy to Stretton Court Farm and the C1099 from the A480 to Upper Barn Lane.
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The closure, listed under Welsh Water works reference PE11597720368-01, is in operation at all times, meaning drivers will continue to face diversions throughout the day and overnight.
The extension means residents travelling between Hereford, Credenhill and surrounding villages will have to contend with continued delays on one of the area's main routes.
Bus passengers have already been warned of service alterations as a result of the closure.
Sargeants has confirmed that its 71 service from Hereford is unable to serve Credenhill Village and is instead terminating at Credenhill Camp and Jellicoe Way.
Passengers using the 71B service have been advised to board at Waterside, where buses are turning around before joining diversion routes into Hereford.
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Meanwhile, the 861 school service between Hereford and Kington has been split to ensure all areas remain served, with one vehicle operating via Credenhill Camp and Jellicoe Way before heading to Weobley School, while another serves Credenhill Village and Station Road.
The 461 Hereford to Kington service continues to travel through Credenhill Village in both directions but is operating via a diversion along Station Road.
Traffic is being diverted via the A480, A438 and A4112, with drivers urged to allow extra time for journeys while the repairs are completed.
The prolonged closure is likely to be a frustration for commuters and families using the route daily, particularly with school traffic and rush-hour journeys affected.
Residents are being advised to check for the latest travel updates and bus operators' announcements as Welsh Water works continue on the damaged infrastructure.
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