LLRA is pleased to advise that a community-funded Speed Indicator Device (SID) has now been permanently installed on Long Leys Road by the cemetery. The new unit is solar-powered with battery storage, meaning it can operate 24-7 without intervention from volunteers. It displays instantaneous vehicle speeds … [Read More...] about New “Solar SID” Will Help Reduce Speeding on Long Leys Road
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West Common Nature Walk – Saturday 19 August 10.30am
Following on from our June walks, LLRA is delighted that Caroline Steel, former Head of Conservation at Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, has agreed to lead a further guided walk on the West Common to talk about wildlife and how the community can help protect flora and fauna. The walk will particularly focus on … [Read More...] about West Common Nature Walk – Saturday 19 August 10.30am
Road Work Information including Hewson Road Closure & 77 Bus Service
Some further information on road closures or temporary traffic lights in the next month: Monday 24 July - 4 August: Hewson Road closure impacting on the 77 bus service and resident parking in the West End. Monday 17 July for up to four weeks: A series of daytime and night-time temporary traffic … [Read More...] about Road Work Information including Hewson Road Closure & 77 Bus Service
Update from LCC Highways on Future Road Works
LLRA met with officers from the Highways team at Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) this week and received updates on two projects that will impact on Long Leys residents: Carholme Road Closure 2024: The resurfacing of Carholme Road and University bridge originally scheduled for summer 2023 has been … [Read More...] about Update from LCC Highways on Future Road Works
Planning Application Refused: 15 metre high 5G Mast on Long Leys Road
LLRA has been advised that the recent planning application for a 15-metre high 5G mast on Long Leys Road has been refused by the Local Planning Authority (City of Lincoln Council). Planning Reason For Refusal: The siting and appearance of the proposed monopole would have a harmful visual impact on the … [Read More...] about Planning Application Refused: 15 metre high 5G Mast on Long Leys Road
2023 LLRA AGM and Community Meeting: Summary
LLRA’s 2023 AGM was held on Tuesday 13 June 2023, kindly hosted at the Discovery Cafe at St. George’s Hospital. Read 2023 AGM and Community Meeting Minutes. AGM Summary: The LLRA financial report for 2022/23 was presented. Ben Hill was elected, and Jackie Ward re-elected to the Management … [Read More...] about 2023 LLRA AGM and Community Meeting: Summary
Long Leys Community Meeting & LLRA AGM: 6.30m Tues 13 June
LLRA IS PLEASED to announce its 2023 AGM will be held at Discovery Café, St George’s Hospital. All Long Leys residents are invited to attend. There will be the opportunity to hear from and ask questions of local councillors. Meeting topics will include: Carholme Road/University Bridge summer … [Read More...] about Long Leys Community Meeting & LLRA AGM: 6.30m Tues 13 June
Planning Application: 15 metre high 5G Mast on Long Leys Road
A planning application has been received by City of Lincoln Council for the: Installation of a 15m 5G Monopole pole and additional equipment cabinets. Land Adjacent To Oakleigh Drive Long Leys Road Lincoln. The 5G Mast would be installed close to 132 Long Leys Road. It would be used to provide 5G Mobile … [Read More...] about Planning Application: 15 metre high 5G Mast on Long Leys Road
West Common Nature Walks – Wednesday 14 June, Saturday 17 June
LLRA are delighted that Caroline Steel, former Head of Conservation at Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, has agreed to lead guided walk on the West Common to talk about wildlife and how the community can help protect flora and fauna. The (free) guided walks, will run: 6:30pm - 8pm on Wednesday 14 June … [Read More...] about West Common Nature Walks – Wednesday 14 June, Saturday 17 June
Lincoln Grand Prix Sunday May 14th 2023 + Road Closure
Lincoln Grand Prix Cycling comes to Lincoln on Sunday 14 May with two races on an 8-mile circuit that includes Long Leys Road. The women’s race starts at 9am from Castle Square and is 8 laps of the course (63 miles). The men’s race starts at 1pm and is 13 laps of the course (103 miles). Long Leys Road Access … [Read More...] about Lincoln Grand Prix Sunday May 14th 2023 + Road Closure