Leeds traffic round up: Multiple road closures, diversions and public rights of way order announced

The measures are designed to support utility works, public safety projects, Christmas events and major infrastructure improvements.

Henconner Lane Closed for Northern Powergrid Works

A temporary prohibition of traffic has been introduced on Henconner Lane, Bramley, between Poplar Way and Queensthorpe Avenue.

The closure comes into force on Saturday, November 22, 2025, and may remain for up to 18 months, though works are expected to finish by Sunday, November 30, 2025.

A diversion is in place via Green Hill Road, Hill Top Road, Whingate, Tong Road and Pudsey Road. Essential access will be maintained. (Ref: ECO2500607 – M. Green)

Disabled Parking Bay Suspended in Otley

Cranage works will require the temporary suspension of a Disabled Parking Bay on Boroughgate, Otley, between Manchester Square and Garnett Street.

The order takes effect on Sunday, November 23, 2025, remaining in force for up to 18 months, although the closure itself will run from 06:00 to 14:00 on the same day. (Ref: ECO2500280 – G. Moate)

Cookridge Street Cycleway Closed for Christmas Event

Due to public safety concerns linked to the Cookridge Street Christmas Event, the Cookridge Street cycleway (between Great George Street and The Headrow) will be closed from 06:00 on Friday, November 21, 2025, until 23:59 on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. (N. Gardiner)

York Place Night Closures for Water Meter Works

Leeds City Council intends to introduce a temporary traffic order on York Place, Leeds, from a point 110m west of Britannia Street to its junction with Britannia Street.

The existing one-way restriction will be suspended to allow two-way traffic.

The order is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, with closures running nightly from 20:00 to 23:59, expected to finish the same day. (Ref: ECO2500288 – A. Coultate)

Wells Road Closure in Guiseley for Gas Works

A temporary prohibition of traffic is planned on Wells Road, Guiseley, between Oxford Road and 1 Oxford Villas.

The order is intended to begin on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, and remain in force for up to 18 months, though the works are expected to finish by Friday, December 19, 2025.

Diversions will operate via Oxford Road, Butts Lane and Well Lane. (Ref: ECO2500287 – G. Moate)

Holbeck Road Closures for Gas Main Replacement

Two roads in Holbeck will close for gas main replacement:

• Colenso Grove and Back Colenso Mount, at their junctions with Ingram Road, are expected to close from Wednesday, December 10, 2025, until Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 24 hours a day. (Ref: ECO2500276 – A. Coultate)
• Back Colenso Road will close from Tuesday, December 2, 2025, until Tuesday, December 9, 2025, also 24 hours a day. (Ref: ECO2500262 – A. Coultate)

Traffic Restrictions Following Building Collapse on Kirkgate

Due to safety works after a building collapse, traffic management measures are planned on Kirkgate and Harper Street.

The order is scheduled to come into effect on December 4, 2025, lasting up to 18 months if necessary.

Closures will apply:

• Kirkgate, from Wharf Street to 20 metres northeast of Harper Street
• Harper Street, from Kirkgate to the yard north of the Duck & Drake pub

One-way restrictions on parts of both streets will also be temporarily suspended to allow essential access. A diversion will be in place via Cross York Street, New York Street, York Street, St Peters Street, Vicar Lane and Kirkgate. (Ref: ICO2500079 – A. Coultate)

Pudsey Road and Gamble Hill Road Closures for Gas Replacement Works

A multi-phase gas mains replacement scheme will affect both Pudsey Road and Gamble Hill Road:

• Phase 1/2A: Pudsey Road between Pudsey Road Roundabout and Gamble Hill Drive
• Phase 2B: Gamble Hill Drive at its junction with Pudsey Road
• Phase 5: Pudsey Road from the Spar business to Henconner Lane

The order begins on Sunday, December 21, 2025, with closures in place 24 hours per day as required. Diversions will use Ring Road Farnley and Butt Lane. (Refs: ECO2500297/0298/0299 – M. Green)

Public Rights of Way Closures

Micklefield Bridleway No. 8

Closed from Pit Lane to Peckfield Level Crossing due to bridleway creation works.

The order begins Friday, December 5, 2025, lasting up to six months, with works expected to finish by March 27, 2026. (Ref: TC10129)

Morley Footpath No. 51

Closed between Loverose Way and Definitive Footpath Morley 43 for housing-related construction.

The order begins November 26, 2025, in force 24 hours a day for up to six months. (Ref: TC10128)

Leeds Footpath No. 88 (North Hyde Park / Headingley)

Closed from Cumberland Road to the Meanwood Valley Trail due to boundary wall instability.

The order takes effect on November 20, 2025, and will remain in force up to six months, though repairs are hoped to finish by December 1, 2025. (Ref: TC10130)

Citywide Parking and Traffic Movement Order Updates

Leeds City Council also intends to amend the Citywide Waiting Restrictions and On-Street Parking Places Order 2025 and the Citywide Traffic Movements Order 2025.

The amendments update the definition of “Vehicle” and add a new definition of “Motor Vehicle.”

Residents wishing to object or make representations must contact the TRO Team, Merrion House, or email [email protected] by December 12, 2025.

The notice is dated November 20, 2025.

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