Keeping our community connected and moving safely is a priority for the Forest of Dean Liberal Democrats. Whether you are commuting, travelling between local towns, or heading across the Severn or Wye bridges, staying up to date with road closures, public transport disruptions, and live weather conditions is essential.
Below, you’ll find essential links to official live tracking services, local councils, and public transport operators.
🚘 Live Roadworks & Local Closures
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Map: Access the interactive One.Network map showing live roadworks, emergency closures, and council maintenance across the Forest of Dean.
National Highways Live Travel Updates: Live traffic information, incidents, and closures for major trunk roads such as the A40 and main routes.
Traffic Wales (A40 / A466 Border Routes): Check real-time updates for key cross-border roads near Monmouth, Chepstow, and the Wye Valley.
🚌 Public Transport Information
- Stagecoach West Bus Updates: View service disruptions, timetable alterations, and live tracking for local bus routes connecting Lydney, Coleford, Cinderford, and Gloucester.
- National Rail Enquiries (Lydney Station): Real-time arrival and departure boards for trains stopping at Lydney station on the Severn Beach / Gloucester line.
- Transport for Wales Train Status: Real-time train schedules and route disruptions along the Marches line and coastal services.
🌉 Crossings & Major Routes
- National Highways – The Severn Bridges Page: National Highways maintains a dedicated hub detailing current bridge status, live wind restrictions, emergency closures, and scheduled maintenance for both the M48 and M4 crossings.
- The Old Wye at Tutshill: Latest from Monmouthshire council
📣 Report a Road Issue
If you spot a hazardous pothole, damaged road sign, broken street light, or unsafe road surface in our area, please report it directly to the local highway authority so it can be fixed quickly: