Major 12-Mile Detour as A40’s 0.1-Mile Section Faces Urgent Closure
Motorists in Charlton Kings will face a lengthy detour due to urgent roadworks on a small stretch of the A40 starting tonight.
Charlton Kings, A40, Gloucestershire, Roadworks, Traffic
Charlton Kings: So, here’s the scoop. Motorists are in for a bit of a hassle. A small part of the A40 is closing for urgent repairs, and it’s causing a big detour—about 12 miles long!
This closure kicks off tonight and runs into Friday morning. It’s all because of a wall above the River Chelt that’s given way. The folks at Gloucestershire County Council are stepping in to fix a leaning parapet that’s become a safety concern.
The closure starts at 8 PM and wraps up by 5 AM. They’ve got an official detour mapped out that should work for all vehicles. But, local drivers might know some shorter routes, though they’re warned to use those at their own risk.
The detour takes you via the A435 Cirencester Road and the A436. It’s a bit of a trek, especially since the closed section is only 0.1 miles long. Crazy, right?
This stretch of the A40 is super busy, connecting Cheltenham to Oxford and even London. It’s notorious for traffic jams, thanks to all the traffic lights around.
Gloucestershire Highways tweeted about the closure, emphasizing the urgency due to the wall collapse. They’re working to make it safe again, so hang in there, drivers!
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