Highways Bulletin February 24 – Including Update on Godstone Sinkhole

Published on: 23 Feb, 2025
Updated on: 9 Mar, 2025

The information for this bulletin comes from Surrey County Council and is written by them.

Report potholes and highway issues here.

Further information on Guildford Borough Council’s Ash Road Bridge works are available on their dedicated webpage.

Update on Godstone Sinkhole (as at Thursday, February 20)

Late on Monday, February 17 2025 a significant sinkhole formed in Godstone, leading to the evacuation of 30 households. Residents were evacuated and the site was closed and secured while investigations were carried out, to ensure everyone remained safe.

While the situation is stabilising, it will be treated as an ongoing significant incident, which means all agencies in Surrey working closely to focus on supporting residents and moving to repair and recovery. We understand the disruption and uncertainty this is causing residents and those traveling near the area. We will continue to update the SCC webpage as the works continue.

Structure

Structural experts are assessing the site to manage the risk and determine what needs to be done to ensure safety and repair. Everyone’s safety is our priority.

Utilities

Utility companies have isolated supplies where required. Properties in the wider area now have access to water and power as normal and the impacted homes are confined within the cordon. More permanent repairs will be carried out once the site is deemed safe to work in. For the latest information about the water network, visit the SES Water website.

Roads and travel

Road closures and diversions are in place. We encourage residents to avoid the area if possible. The A25 in Godstone is closed in both directions. Drivers should follow the diversion route via A25 Oxted Road, A22 Godstone Bypass, and Eastbourne Road. To reduce confusion for motorists, this diversion route has been clearly marked. For more details on the diversion, please visit our roadworks map.

The latest roadworks updates for the area can be found here utilities roadworks webpage.
Parking restrictions will be in place on Eastbourne Road to reduce impact when schools reopen after half term week commencing 24 February.
For information on affected public transport in the area please visit our traffic and travel webpage. We advise you check before you travel.

Support for affected residents

Tandridge District Council is providing advice and support about emergency accommodation directly to local residents who have been asked to leave their homes. If you have been asked to evacuate your home, you can call Tandridge District Council on 01883 722000 for advice about emergency accommodation.

An Information Centre has been set up for affected residents. For details and other local information including bin collections please refer to the Tandridge District Council website.