AS King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to visit a picturesque village near Colchester next week, several roads will be closed as a result.
His and Her Majesty couple will meet community heroes and embark on a walkabout during their visit to Dedham next Thursday, February 5.
It will mark the royal couple's first return to the area since March 2023, when they visited Colchester to celebrate the city being granted official city status.
We’ve complied everything you will need to know ahead of the event.
Parking in Dedham
Colchester Council has warned Dedham’s Mill Pond and Mill Lane car parks will close to cars looking to park at 2pm on Wednesday, February 4.
Any vehicle parked before 2pm will be able to exit the car parks throughout the afternoon.
From 7pm, no parking will be allowed in Dedham’s High Street, Royal Square, Brook Street, Mill Lane, and Southfields Road.
On Thursday, Mill Pond and Mill Lane car parks will remain closed to new entries.
High Street, Royal Square, Brook Street, Mill Lane, and Southfields Road will be closed between 8am until 3pm.
Parking Permit holders will be contacted with alternative parking arrangements.
Any vehicles that have been left on these roads once the parking restrictions come into force will be moved.
This applies to business and resident permit holders as well as all other vehicles.
Travel information
As there will be no available parking in Dedham, the council is encouraging people not to travel to the area by car on the day.
A free limited shuttle bus service will run from Colchester’s Park and Ride, just off the A12, from 8.30am until 10.30am.
The returning shuttle bus from Dedham to Colchester will operate from 12.30pm until 3.30pm.
Anyone planning to leave their car in the Park and Ride will still have to pay for parking.
Buses will be running as normal, but diversions may be in place due to the road closures.
How to watch on the day
It is predicted the centre of Dedham will be very busy due to the Royal visit.
A Colchester Council statement says spectators are welcome along Dedham High Street.
However, due to road closures and the lack of parking, the “event is primarily intended for local residents”.
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