First published Oct 13, 2026, 5:18:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 13, 2026, 5:18:15 PM UTC

Utility works close one southbound lane on Lordship Lane in Lewisham and Southwark

Reported by Transport for London Road Disruptions

Thames Water works have closed one of two southbound lanes on Lordship Lane at Underhill Road, with slow traffic and delays reported. The restrictions are scheduled from 13 to 16 October 2026.

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Affected location: Lordship Lane, Lewisham and Southwark

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Transport for London Road Disruptions Utility works road disruption — [A205] LORDSHIP LANE (SE21 ,SE22 ,SE23 ) (Lewisham,Southwark)Powered by TfL Open Data. Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database rights 2016. Geomni UK Map data © and database rights 2019. Usage terms

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