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Proposed 20MPH Speed Limit in Leigh

Dorset Council proposes to make Orders under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. The effect of the Orders will be to introduce 20mph and 30mph speed limits along sections of various roads in Abbotsbury, Bridport, Broadmayne, Burton Bradstock, Charminster, Leigh, Loders, Maiden Newton, Portesham, Warmwell and West Bay.

To comment on this proposal, please use the link below.

https://consultation.appyway.com/dorset/moving-order/0a6eb041-5121-4d60-b8c2-52b322d0f0b3

Paper copies may be viewed at: Dorset Council, County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 1XJ by appointment only. Contact or telephone 01305 221000 and ask for the Traffic Regulation Team for booking details or if you require more information.

Comments on the proposals for or against, together with the reasons for which they are made should be sent through the website as above or in writing to Traffic Regulation Team, Dorset Council, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ by no later than 17th July 2026.
All written representations received concerning Traffic Regulation Orders are public documents that may be inspected by any person on demand.
Dated: 25th June 2026
Jan Britton – Executive Director for Economy & Environment

The original proposal document can be viewed using the link below.

https://www.leighvillage.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Leigh-20mph-speed-order-June-2026.pdf

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF C69, LEIGH

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF C69, LEIGH
I have received an application from Openreach to close C69, LEIGH between its junction with Bailey Ridge Lane and Totnell House, a distance of approximately 1370 metres. The closure has been requested to allow Openreach to replace a pole. These works are programmed to commence between 0800 and 1800 from 17 July 2026 until 21 July 2026.
Openreach will publicise the road closure in a number of ways: they will place information boards on the road in this area to inform the travelling public of the works; they will carry out a letter drop to local residents directly affected by the works; and they will sign a vehicular diversion route using the local road network. The following map shows the extent of the closure and the diversion route.

For additional information and details of the proposed diversion, click the image below

Dorset Council crackdown on fly-tipping

Dorset Council has announced a new initiative to crack down on fly-tipping.

As part of the initiative, residents are encouraged to report fly tipping as soon as they spot it. The council advises people to note the location, take a photo if safe to do so, and avoid touching the waste or confronting anyone involved.

Anyone hiring a trader to remove rubbish should check that the individual or business is a licensed waste carrier. https://environment.data.gov.uk/public-register/view/search-waste-carriers-brokers

Reports of fly tipping can be made using Dorset Council’s online form or by calling 01305 221040. Find out more at https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/scrap-flytipping

Further details can be found in the full report here

Leigh Village Hall Lottery

TICKETS COST £12 PER YEAR FOR EACH MEMBER.

FIRST PRIZE £50, SECOND £20 OR THIRD £5 EACH MONTH.

Super draw at Christmas.

Thank you so much for supporting our wonderful hall so it can continue to be at the hub of our community.

Your neighbourhood collector will call in Jan/Feb  to renew your lottery subscription . First Draw March 2026.

Option 1

  • Confirm this year’s subscription of £12 to your collector in person. Arrange a Standing order with your bank of £12 per year for 1st March 2026 ( You can cancel the S/O if you want to stop playing)  You can do this on your online banking app.

 Payee name: Leigh Village Hall

 Account Number: 01788032

Sort Code: 30-99-98

Option 2

Once we receive your payment, we will assign a lottery number to you. This year we are resetting all the numbers for added members.

Leigh Village Hall Trust  Registered Charity No 301144