Hopton-on-Sea
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Important roadworks information

A47 Bascule Bridge – maintenance and barrier replacement

 

I am writing to inform you that we plan to carry out maintenance work to the A47 Bascule Bridge in Lowestoft to ensure it continues to remain safe and serviceable. The work will include maintenance around the locking pin mechanisms on the bridge decks and the replacement of the bridge’s barriers.

 

We plan to complete this work over approximately three weeks starting on Sunday 1 March 2026. We will work between 8pm and 6am, Sunday to Friday only, weather permitting.

 

A location map can be found below.

 

Closures and diversions

While the bridge is closed, traffic will be diverted through a well signed diversion route.

We will also provide a free hourly bus service to take pedestrians between either side of the bridge via the diversion while the bridge is closed.

 

How to find out more

If you would like more information, please contact us on 0300 123 5000, or by email at info@nationalhighways.co.uk. 

 

Yours faithfully

 

 

Roy Doe

Senior Structures Engineer

Operations East

Asset Management Team

 

Temporary Traffic Regulation Order

Norfolk County Council proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (the “Order”) (STRO13616) affecting the Church Lane from its junction with The Street for 412 meters southwards (“Road A”) and Middle Road from its junction with Church Lane for 134 meters eastwards (“Road B”) in the Parish of Blo’ Norton to facilitate overhead lines and pole replacement works, the Roads A and B will be temporarily closed/restricted (except for pedestrian access) for the duration of the works/period the closure is necessary which is anticipated to be between 09:30 and 16:00 on 17th December 2025, but may continue to be closed/restricted until the 28th January 2026 where the closure/restriction is still required beyond the anticipated dates.

 

Alternative route is via: Diversion 1: Hopton Road, Thelnetham Road, B1111 High Street/ Common Road, C145 Hall Lane. Diversion 2: U33166 Selfs lane, C145 The Street (Thelnetham, Garboldisham, Blo' Norton, Hopton).

 

The works promoter for this restriction/closure is: UK Power Networks.

 

Vehicular access will be permitted to a final destination in the Roads A and B where signs indicating such access is possible and permitted are in place.

 

The Order shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works/when the closure is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 28th January 2026 without further notice.

 

If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date the Order is effective.

 

A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the restriction/closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.

 

 

Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.

 

 

In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.

 

Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the South Area Streetworks (Infrastructure Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at streetworks@norfolk.gov.uk

 

Dated this 5th day of December 2025.

 

 

Katrina Hulatt

Director of Legal Services (nplaw)

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

 

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Temporary Closure​

Norfolk County Council proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (the “Order”) (NTRO10351) affecting the Longfulans Lane from 200 meters west of its junction with Coast Road for 50 meters westwards (the “Road”) in the  Parish of Hopton-on-Sea to facilitate carriageway widening works, the Road will be temporarily closed (except for pedestrian access) for the duration of the works/period the closure is necessary which is anticipated to be from 8th to 19th December 2025, but may continue to be closed/restricted until the 30th January 2026 where the closure is still required beyond the anticipated dates.

 

Alternative route is via: Lowestoft Road, Station Road, Coast Road.

 

The works promoter for this restriction/closure is: HS Consultancy.     

 

Vehicular access will be permitted to a final destination in the Road where signs indicating such access is possible and permitted are in place.

 

The Order shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works when the closure is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 30th January 2026 without further notice.

 

If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date the Order is effective.

 

A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.

 

 

Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.

 

 

In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.

 

 

Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the North Area Streetworks (Infrastructure Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at streetworks@norfolk.gov.uk

 

Dated this 28th day of November 2025.

 

 

Katrina Hulatt

Director of Legal Services (nplaw)

County Hall                                                                                         

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

 

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NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order affecting Hall Road (near Sidegate) from its junction with Lowestoft Road for 100m westwards to facilitate the provision of fibre overhead vabling works.  9.30am to 15.30 on 16 January 2024.  Enquiries to NCC 0344 800 8020 

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NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL proposed to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order affecting Station Road (junction of Lowestoft Road/White Hart) to junction with Hopton Gardens.  The road will be temporarily closed (EXCEPT FOR ACCESS) from 2nd January 2024 to 9th February 2024 for gas works.  Alternative route via Longfulans Lane, Coast Road. Full Order can be viewed here. 

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Result of Uncontested Election 

Notice of Election - Hopton on Sea Parish Council, dated 15.11.23

Notice of Casual Vacancy - Hopton on Sea Parish Council, dated 24.10.2023 

Click here for copy of Notice

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NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (NTRO7052) affecting the 1) Lowestoft Road from its junction with Longfulans Lane for 100m northwards; and 2) Longfulans Lane from its junction with Lowestoft Road for 100m eastwards in the PARISH OF HOPTON-ON-SEA to facilitate road closures to allow for safe access to complete duct works.

The road will be temporarily closed (except for access) between 09:30 and 15:30 from 31st October to 2nd November 2023, only while signs indicating the closure are in place for the duration of the works expected to be about 3 days within the period.  

Alternative route is via: Longfulans Lane, Coast Road, Station Road, Lowestoft Road.

If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date of the Order.

Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.

In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.

The team dealing with enquiries at Norfolk County Council is North Area Streetworks (Community and Environmental Services Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at streetworks@norfolk.gov.uk. Details are also available at https://one.network.

Dated this 20th day of October 2023.

Katrina Hulatt

Director of Legal Services (nplaw)

County Hall                                                                                         

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

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Saturday 19 August 2023. 10am to 4pm. Skateboarding BMX Scooter event at the Skateboard Park, Recreation Ground. FREE to attend and take part. Professional demonstrations, competitions, prizes to be won. 

Thank you to GY Lions Club for their sponsorship. 

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Breydon Bridge closures as advised by National Highways:

As part of the commissioning phase of the work we are planning to have the below listed night closures over the bridge from Tuesday 22 August to late October 2023.

Closures and diversions

To carry out the work we will need to close the bridge overnight from 8pm to 6am on the following dates:  

Tuesday 22, Thursday 24 and Tuesday 29 August.
Friday 15 September to Thursday 5 October including weekends.
We will also need to undertake bridge lifts, during the daytime off peak hours (10am to 2:30pm) under traffic signals from Monday 9 to Friday 13 October. We will provide you with an update if there are any changes to the proposed dates.

Whilst the overnight closures are in place eastbound traffic will be diverted from the A47 at Trowse Newton to travel southbound on the A146. Traffic will then join the A143 at Gillingham to re-join the A47 at Beccles Road, A47 interchange. Westbound traffic will follow the same diversion as above but in reverse.

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Planning Application 06/23/0378/F Potters Leisure Resort.  No.51 one bedroom plus associated works. Comments submitted by the Parish Council 16.8.23. Outcome awaited. 

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Planning Application 06/23/0220/F Re-development of existing ancillary pitch and putt golf course to provide for the installation of 110 bases for the siting of static caravans with associated landscaping, drainage and utility infrastructure access, car parking and lighting at Haven, Hopton Holiday Village, Warren Road.

This application is to be heard by GYBC Development Control Committee at the Town Hall Great Yarmouth on Wednesday 26 July 2023, 6.30pm.  The meeting is open to members of the public,  A Parish Cllr will be speaking at the meeting to outline concerns of residents, as raised at the Hopton Parish Council meetings 10 October 2022 and 17 April 2023 (see Minute page). 

GYBC approved planning application at the Development Control Committee meeting held 26.7.23. 

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Result of Uncontested Parish Council Election

North Ward

South Ward 

Borough Election - Notice of Poll and Statement of Persons Nominated Bradwell South & Hopton 

Notice of Election - Notices for Great Yarmouth Borough Council election and Hopton-on-Sea Parish Council Election. 

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Community Litter Pick Saturday 1st April 2023.  

Sixteen residents turned out for the village litter pick, collecting around 15 bags of rubbish.

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Consultation re: Young children's play area at St. Clare Court (off Julian Way).

Update April 2023.  A Project/Bid has been submitted to GYBC Planning to use S106 money (developers contribution) to upgrade the play area at St. Clare Court.  We await the outcome. 

We welcome your comments on the following suggestion to upgrade the play area.

1.The swings are in need of refurbishment, and possibly one of the seats made into a flat seat, rather than the existing two baby swings.

2.The slide and climbing frame are at the end of their life and cannot be refurbished any further (as advised by GYBC).

3.If the slide and climbing frame are removed, we could bid for more modern play equipment such as wooden balance beams, “A” climbing frame, train (ode to the old station at Hopton), stepping stones etc.

4.The whole area could be repurposed as it is a long strip of green area with trees and the new play equipment could extend further along the area. The trees would remain in situ.

5. A seat or two for adults to watch over their children.

The play area is for 18 months to 6/7 years and is well used.

GYBC is holding £29,400 which is money paid by developers from new housing in Hopton. The money can only be spent on recreational facilities (nothing else). The money would cover the cost of items 1 to 5 with sufficient maintenance money retained by GYBC for 10/15 years.

If the play area is not upgraded, it will likely be lost in the next year or two, and the equipment simply removed by GYBC, when it reaches the end of its life span.

The Parish Council would like to know what you think about this specific proposal to upgrade the play area.

Please e-mail your comments to hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com asap. Thank you.

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National Highways - A47 resurfacing works.

From Monday 13 March through to mid June.  Various sections of the A47 will be closed between 8pm and 6am midweek only (includes Hopton roundabout). Contact 0300 123 5000 for enquiries. 

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New Local Plan Options.  This affects Hopton. 

Go to www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/planning-consultations (copy and paste into your browser) to view the document and potential areas for development in Hopton and surrounding areas.  There is a drop in event at the Assembly Room at the Town Hall on 26 January, 4 - 8pm.  All comments must be received by GYBC by the 27 February 2023.

This item will be discussed by the Parish Council at the 13 February 2023 meeting. 7.30pm at the Village Hall. All welcome to attend. 

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Various roadworks along Station Road.  The road is due to be closed for gas works from 30 January for three weeks.  Access is permitted for homeowners on Station Road and businesses only.  The person dealing with enquiries at Norfolk County Council is Vinnie Purdy (Community and Environmental Services Department) Telephone 0344 800 8020.  

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Police Surgery Monday 23 January 2023, 10am to 12 midday at Hopton Village Hall.

PC Mark Seggars will be available in the hall.  Some Parish Cllrs will also be present should you have any queries or wish to discuss matters relating to the village/community. 

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Hopton Community Litter Picks.  Thanks to everyone who joined in the two litter picks weekend 24/25 Sept. Photos shown below. 

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Some photos from the Skateboarding/BMX/Scooter event held on Saturday 20 August 2022, organised by the Parish Council and King Ramps shown below.

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A few photos below from The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Party in the Park Event held Saturday 4 June 2022 at the Recreation Ground.

Organised by the Hopton Residents Facebook Group and Hopton-on-:Sea Parish Council.   Part funded by Lottery Community Fund.