Road Closure: A0005 — Omagh

Drivers in the Omagh area are advised to plan their journeys accordingly as the A0005, Beltany Road, will be closed daily from Monday 24th August to Monday 31st August 2026, from 07:30 to 18:30. The road will be reopened at 16:00 on Saturday 29th August 2026 to facilitate access to the Ulster American Folk Park's 50th year celebration event. This essential work is necessary for carriageway resurfacing, and drivers are urged to use alternative routes to avoid any potential delays.

The road closure, managed by the relevant highway authority, is expected to cause a medium-severity disruption, with drivers facing anticipated delays of over 15 minutes. To mitigate this, drivers are advised to check traffic apps for the latest information and plan their journeys in advance. Alternative routes are also in place, with drivers heading northbound towards Strabane directed to take the B50 Gillygooley Road, before joining the B50 Omagh Road and continuing to the Main Street in Drumquin. From there, drivers will follow the B50 Castlederg Road, before joining the B50 Drumquin Road and eventually linking up with the B72 Castlegore Road and the A5.

For those heading southbound towards Omagh, the recommended diversion is to take the B46 Plumbridge Road, before joining the B46 Killymore Road, B48, Gortin, Glenpark Road, B46 Gortin Road, U1528 Strathroy Road, B48 Strathroy Link Road, and finally the B48 Derry Road to reach the A5. Drivers are reminded to follow the signed diversion routes and to exercise caution when navigating the alternative roads.

While the road closure is in place, drivers may face some inconvenience, but the work is essential to ensure the road is safe and well-maintained for all users. The highway authority has put measures in place to minimize the disruption, but drivers are urged to be patient and to plan their journeys accordingly.

For the latest information on traffic updates and road conditions, drivers are advised to check Road Closures UK for the most up-to-date information. This will help them make informed decisions about their journeys and plan their routes accordingly. With some forward planning, drivers can minimize their delays and ensure a smooth journey.