P13 on diversion - now back on route

[ctovey]

The P13 bus is currently on diversion between Peckham and Dulwich Sainsburys via Rye Lane/Peckham Rye in both directions due to a water main repair at the top of Avondale Rise

Edited October 4, 2025 by ctovey
New info

[spider69]

Thanks for the info. Has saved me a pointless wait.

[Guest]

ditto, thanks for the update, appreciated🙂

IVANHOE ROAD, SE5: ROUTE P13 towards New Cross Gate Sainsbury's is on diversion via Dog Kennel Hill, Grove Vale, East Dulwich Road and Peckham Rye due to emergency works. Bus stops from 'Pytchley Road' to 'Blenheim Grove' will be missed. Towards Streatham Station, bus stops from 'Blenheim Grove' (Y) to 'Pytchley Road' will be missed.

Edited September 29, 2025 by jazzer

[ctovey]

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Same today (Tuesday) . The repairs were done last night and there is no-one working there this morning.  Don't really know why the buses are diverted as the road is still open to traffic and there is only a very small area being worked on.

[spider69]

A neighbour told me the same thing this morning. He could not understand why the bus has had to be diverted. There was plenty of room for buses to use.

 

 

[ctovey]

P13 still on diversion.  No work has been done by Thames Water since Monday and the traffic is still flowing - apart from the bus, of course!!!

[spider69]

ME - P13 Closure Bellenden Road to Sainsburys 

46265941

 

In reference to your enquiry, in which you requested assistance with the following: P13 Closure Bellenden Road to Sainsburys
 
I am writing to confirm that I am the designated officer in the Road network, appointed to investigate the concerns you have raised. I will be in contact with all relevant parties to discuss the issues raised and to gather as much information as possible to assist me in my investigation. Once my investigation is complete, I will provide you with a full written response.
 
Best wishes, Jasmine

[ctovey]

Thanks Spider69. I did contact TFL also, but had no response yet. Guessing buses will be running again before a response is forthcoming!

[ctovey]

Yay!!!  P13 running on its proper route this morning!  No response from TFL as expected!

[ctovey]

On 02/10/2025 at 18:22, spider69 said:

 

ME - P13 Closure Bellenden Road to Sainsburys 

46265941

 

In reference to your enquiry, in which you requested assistance with the following: P13 Closure Bellenden Road to Sainsburys
 
I am writing to confirm that I am the designated officer in the Road network, appointed to investigate the concerns you have raised. I will be in contact with all relevant parties to discuss the issues raised and to gather as much information as possible to assist me in my investigation. Once my investigation is complete, I will provide you with a full written response.
 
Best wishes, Jasmine

Received this response from TFL today (15 October)

 

Thank you for contacting us on 1 October regarding the ongoing diversion of the P13 bus route between Rye Lane and Sainsbury’s, Dog Kennel Hill, since 29 September.

You’re absolutely right that the diversion is due to Thames Water works in the area. While other traffic may appear to be flowing freely along Avondale Rise into Ivanhoe Road, our local Service Delivery Manager has confirmed that buses are unable to safely make the turn from Avondale Rise into Ivanhoe Road in either direction. This is due to the size and turning radius of the vehicles, which differs significantly from that of smaller vehicles.

We understand that diversions can be inconvenient and appreciate your patience while this work is ongoing. We’re continuing to monitor the situation closely and will restore the usual route as soon as it is safe and operationally feasible to do so.

Thanks again for contacting us. If there is anything else we can help you with, please reply to this email. Alternatively, you can call us on 0343 222 1234 and we'll be happy to help you.

[Sue]

6 hours ago, ctovey said:

Received this response from TFL today (15 October)

 

Thank you for contacting us on 1 October regarding the ongoing diversion of the P13 bus route between Rye Lane and Sainsbury’s, Dog Kennel Hill, since 29 September.

You’re absolutely right that the diversion is due to Thames Water works in the area. While other traffic may appear to be flowing freely along Avondale Rise into Ivanhoe Road, our local Service Delivery Manager has confirmed that buses are unable to safely make the turn from Avondale Rise into Ivanhoe Road in either direction. This is due to the size and turning radius of the vehicles, which differs significantly from that of smaller vehicles.

We understand that diversions can be inconvenient and appreciate your patience while this work is ongoing. We’re continuing to monitor the situation closely and will restore the usual route as soon as it is safe and operationally feasible to do so.

Thanks again for contacting us. If there is anything else we can help you with, please reply to this email. Alternatively, you can call us on 0343 222 1234 and we'll be happy to help you.

That's a helpful letter 👍

[ctovey]

I did respond, thanking them for their vigilance in monitoring the situation and explaining that the route was reinstated 11 days ago!!!😂