Latest update
17 April 2026
Work continues to progress well across both Cotleigh and Stockland, with several key milestones reached.
Cotleigh
Installation works in Cotleigh are now nearing completion. The newly installed mains have been successfully tested and cleaned, and preparations are underway to begin connecting properties to the new network. This phase is scheduled to commence from 23 April 2026.
Stockland
Work is ongoing across Stockland, including in surrounding fields and along local roads. We’re pleased to confirm that all works within Dalwood Village have now been completed.
Road Closures and Access
Currently in place
- Gore Lane, Kilmington: 23 March – 16 April 2026
- Road past Ford Farm: 13 April – 24 April 2026
Upcoming closures
- Dencroft Lane and road to Ham Cross: 27 April – 22 May 2026
- Ashes Road: from 6 May 2026
- Road past Moultons Farm, Shute (Pacehayne Lane, from A35): 5 May – 3 June 2026 (in sections)
- Battens Farm (extension): until 29 May 2026
Clearly signposted diversion routes will be in place, and access for residents will be maintained wherever possible.
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation while these works are completed.
10 December 2025
We‘re holding a public meeting to share our plans with local residents. We’ll be sharing more information about the project including upcoming road closures and traffic management.
The meeting will be held at:
Stockland Victory Hall, Stockland, EX14 9EF
Monday 15 December 2025
6-7pm
There’s no need to book and we look forward to seeing you there.
We are now commencing the project to replace the old iron mains in the Cotleigh and Stockland areas. This will result in an improvement in the water quality in your area and the resilience of the supply, reducing the number of interruptions due to bursts in the main.
The project will involve laying new mains and connections in the coming months, the new main will be laid across private land.
There will be a need for traffic management including road closures and traffic lights during the project. We are planning to ensure that the stages of the project involving this will take place outside of the summer months to limit the impact for local businesses, residents and those visiting the area.
The project is being carried out by our partners, Clancy. If you have any questions, you contact the Customer Liaison Officer, Jessica Veacock on 07851 256622 or our Customer Services Helpline on 0344 346 2020 between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. Please only call outside of these times if there is an emergency.