Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work in Cumwhinton & Wetheral Pastures to replace the ageing metal pipework with new, more durable plastic pipes.
This work will ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in the area, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
The project has been planned in close collaboration with Cumberland Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures have been put in place.
From Monday 5 January, work will take place in various phases:
- From Monday 5 January, Station Road/B6263 will be closed from the junction of Townhead Court to Wetheral Pastures. This closure will be in place until around mid April
- From Monday 30 March, the same road will be closed from the junction of Wetheral Pastures to the Waterworks, this closure will be in place for several weeks
- From Tuesday 26 May, the road off Station Road/B6263 (leading to Broomfallen Road and Cumwhinton Road) will be closed until around the start of July
- From Monday 15 June, the road off Station Road/B6263 from Murray House Livery to How Croft will be closed until around the middle of July
- From Monday 29 June, Peter Gate will be close from the junction of Croft Close until around mid August
Dan Hind, Operations Lead at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused during these essential works, in particular to any local businesses who have been affected. However, it’s vital we complete these works to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply in this area, and the work is currently on schedule.
“The majority of the work will be carried out in the street, however our engineers will need to access some homes and businesses to complete the project. Our team have visited customers to inform them about the work, offer help and support and put measures in place to minimise disruption.”
Businesses who have lost money as a result of the essential work in this area may be eligible to claim compensation via this form.
For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.
Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.