Further information about gritting and snow

Gritting, winter service and snow

Further information

Gritting update on Tuesday 3 December

Gritting decision for 3 December – All priority one routes are being gritted from 7pm tonight.

Gritting route map.

Communication on road gritting

When we have made the decision to grit the road we will communicate this information to our members, residents and road users in a number of different ways. These are as follows,


Surrey Winter Online Map

This map provides gritting and salting route information, as well as the locations of grit bins.


Insurance claims against the council

This page provides more information on how to submit a claim for personal injury and vehicle or property damage insurance claims.

Please note that Surrey County Council do not settle claims for compensation automatically but will investigate and assess each claim individually. We will defend claims if no legal liability exists or if we have a defence under Section 58 of the Highways Act.


Application for a privately funded grit bin (PDF)

This application form is for Parish Councils, Town Councils, neighbourhood groups or similar organisations wishing to privately fund a grit bin in their area.


Advice on clearing ice and snow from pavements and paths

National government's advice on clearing and snow without fear of legal action.


Winter Service Policy 2024 (PDF)
More information on Surrey Highways winter service policy for the year 2024/2025. Includes information on how we prioritise roads for gritting, when we grit and grit bins.




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