Theale’s High Street will undergo gas main replacement, causing disruptions for local businesses for 10 weeks starting January 27
Theale: High street businesses are bracing for some tough times ahead. Starting January 27, SGN will be replacing a gas main, and it’s going to take about 10 weeks.
This means a one-way road closure will be in effect, making it tricky for deliveries and parking. Business owners are understandably worried about how this will hit their sales.
Jodi Gallimore, who runs The Bull pub, shared her concerns. She mentioned that late deliveries could really hurt their operations. She wished the work had started sooner, but she gets that it needs to be done.
Over at Street Food Shack, a Mexican restaurant, a staff member expressed similar worries. They’re a small business, and the road closure will make it tough for customers and delivery drivers to reach them.
They’re already feeling the pinch from other roadworks at the Theale interchange, which started earlier this month. It’s a tough spot for everyone.
SGN has assured residents that this work is crucial for safety and will help prevent future gas leaks. They’re swapping out the old metal pipe for a new plastic one, which should cut down on emergency repairs.
For those needing to navigate around the area, the diversion will take you through Church Street, The Green, The Bath Road, and Hoad Way. If you’re affected by the closure, SGN wants to hear from you.
