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Bromley Council
London Travel News has published 8 stories involving Bromley Council, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
WorldMason's Hill sinkhole closes A21, bus routes diverted
A sinkhole formed on Mason's Hill in Bromley after a water main burst, forcing the northbound A21 to close between B265 Homesdale Road and Wendover Road. TfL diverted routes 61, 208, 261, 320, 336 and 358, while the AA warned drivers of slow traffic. Repairs are underway but no reopening date has been set.
3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45
WorldBromley Council imposes 18‑month traffic restrictions for Thames Water repairs
Bromley Council has issued an order, effective 7 October, that places temporary traffic restrictions on Avondale Road, Berrys Hill, Bromley Road and Yester Road for up to 18 months. The measures, required for Thames Water repair works, include bans on waiting, one‑way traffic and full closures where needed.
3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 20
WorldBiggin Hill homes plan includes protected slow-worms
Plans for eight homes in Biggin Hill have been submitted for a third time, with the new owner proposing to keep protected slow-worms on the site instead of relocating them.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 67 · Hype 15
Cycling & Walking · South LondonE-bikes blocked pavements in Penge after app glitch
An app glitch caused e-bikes to be left blocking pavements in Penge, south-east London, forcing a blind man into the road. Lime has since updated its geofencing technology to prevent further issues.
South London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Projects · South LondonDavid Bowie House Visitor Centre Plans Face Local Objections
The Heritage of London Trust has applied to Bromley Council to restore 4 Plaistow Grove, David Bowie's former home, and add a visitor centre. Residents have raised concerns about the centre's size, parking, and proposed evening events.
South London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 40
Roads & Driving · South LondonCrash closes Crofton Road in Orpington near Princess Royal Hospital
A collision on Crofton Road in Orpington forced the road’s closure near Princess Royal University Hospital on 10 August 2026. Emergency services responded, and diversions were put in place, affecting local traffic and hospital access.
South London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 35
Projects · South LondonBeckenham CPZ hours extended to midnight from 10 August 2026
Residents and visitors in Beckenham face new parking rules from 10 August 2026, as Bromley Council extends controlled parking zone hours to midnight. The changes affect seven streets, including Kelsey Park Road and Fairfield Road, with a 2-hour maximum stay and 1-hour no-return rule.
South London4 min readTrust 62 · Craft 72 · Hype 35
Roads & Driving · South LondonBromley Council closes roads for Thames Water works until February 2028
Bromley Council issued a temporary traffic order on 5 August 2026 for Thames Water maintenance works, restricting vehicle access on 18 streets. The order lasts up to 18 months, with enforcement under the Removal and Disposal of Vehicles Regulations 1986.
South London5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 80 · Hype 25