M25 closures

2024 - 7 - 12

M25 Chaos Ahead: Weekend Closures and Sports Events Cause Road Frenzy

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Get ready for a wild weekend on the roads as M25 closures clash with sports fixtures!

The M25 is set to become a battleground for drivers this weekend, with closures between junctions 10 and 11 creating a frenzy of chaos and congestion. As roadworks force a shutdown from Friday night to early Monday morning, motorists are urged to brace themselves for 'incredibly busy' routes. Adding to the mayhem, Wimbledon and England's Euros final are set to draw crowds, exacerbating the traffic nightmare. This collision of events spells trouble for anyone venturing out on the roads.

The closure of the M25, a vital artery in the UK's road network, is part of a £317 million project aimed at enhancing Junction 10. This marks the third of five planned weekend closures, stirring concerns among drivers and experts alike. The Roads and Transport Authority advises thorough preparation and consideration of alternative transport options to navigate the impending road closures and heavy traffic.

As the M25 grinds to a halt, the RAC and AA are issuing warnings to motorists, emphasizing the need for careful planning and awareness of the road conditions. This 'perfect storm' of closures and major events could result in travel chaos, creating a challenging environment for drivers.

In the face of the M25 closures, drivers are urged to stay informed, plan ahead, and be patient on the roads. With sports and roadworks colliding, it's crucial for everyone to exercise caution and explore alternative routes to avoid the impending gridlock.

Interesting Fact: The M25 project is one of the largest and most ambitious roadworks endeavors in recent times, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety at Junction 10. Additionally, the convergence of major sports events and road closures highlights the complexity of managing traffic during peak times in the UK.

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M25 weekend closure: drivers told to expect 'incredibly busy' routes (The Guardian)

Roadworks mean stretch between junctions 10 and 11 will be shut from 9pm on Friday to 6am on Monday.

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M25 closure, Wimbledon and England's Euros final could lead to ... (The Independent)

Drivers have been warned of chaos on the roads this weekend, as football and tennis fans flock to watch sports fixtures amid M25 closures.

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M25 closure: Everything you need to know as works shut motorway ... (Sky News)

The M25 will close in both directions once again in Surrey to allow engineers to work on one of the country's busiest and most dangerous motorway junctions.

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Drivers warned major roads will be 'incredibly busy' as M25 closes (Borehamwood Times)

This will be the third of five weekend closures of the motorway as part of a £317 million project to improve Junction 10.

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M25 closures: RAC advises drivers to do their homework before ... (RAC)

Ahead of the M25 closing for the third time this year, the RAC is advising drivers to be ready or find alternative methods of transport if heading to ...

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M25 set for third closure in July with drivers urged to plan ahead (TaxiPoint Taxi News)

The M25 is set to close for the third time this year, with the RAC advising drivers to be 'road ready' or consider alternative transport if travelling to ...

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M25 closure, Wimbledon and Euros final could spark roads chaos ... (Fleet World)

A 'perfect storm' of the M25 closure and major sports events could lead to travel chaos on UK roads this weekend, the AA has warned.

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Drivers warned major roads will be 'incredibly busy' as M25 closes (alloaadvertiser.com)

This will be the third of five weekend closures of the motorway as part of a £317 million project to improve Junction 10.

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M25 closure: Delays warning ahead of latest weekend motorway ... (BBC News)

The road is set to close between junctions 10 and 11 in Surrey from 21:00 Friday to 06:00 Monday.

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M25 set for third full weekend closure as work continues on £317m ... (Your Harlow)

The motorway between junctions 10 and 11 will be closed from 9pm Friday 12 July to 6am Monday 15 July 2024 for the construction and installation of a bridge on ...

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M25 closed again! Motorway now shut until 6am Monday, so “only ... (AutoExpress)

If two closures of the M25 so far this year weren't enough, the UK's busiest motorway is now going through its third closure of 2024 this weekend.

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Drivers warned of long delays as M25 closure begins (Metro)

Drivers, including England fans and holidaymakers, have been warned major roads in south east England will be very busy as the M25 closes.

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M25 shuts for the third time as drivers told to expect severe delays (iNews)

A stretch of the M25 between Junctions 10 and 11 in Surrey will be shut from 9pm on Friday to 6am on Monday.

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Live M25 weekend closure updates as traffic builds at Junction 10 (Surrey Live)

The M25 motorway is currently closed in both directions between Junction 10 (Wisley Interchange) and Junction 11 (Chertsey) due to planned weekend roadworks ...

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Motorists warned of travel disruption following M25 weekend closure (Evening Standard)

The AA has warned that diversion routes could be "incredibly busy" as traffic is forced off the motorway.

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