Gloucester Road Closure: Barnes Wallis Way

Barnes Wallis Way in Gloucester will be closed to traffic from the evening of 13 August 2026 until 18 August 2026, as part of ongoing roadworks by Gloucestershire County Council. The closure will take place on Barnes Wallis Way itself, with diversions in place to ensure that motorists can still access the area.

The medium-severity disruption is expected to cause some inconvenience to drivers, with the council advising motorists to plan their journeys in advance and to check for alternative routes. Gloucestershire County Council has announced the closure, which is scheduled to start at midnight on 13 August 2026 and end at midnight on 18 August 2026. During this time, Barnes Wallis Way will be closed to all users, with traffic lights or signs diverting vehicles to nearby streets.

Motorists are advised to check for updates on traffic and road conditions before embarking on their journeys, using apps such as Google Maps or Waze to find the best routes. In addition, drivers can check the Gloucestershire County Council website for the latest information on roadworks and closures. The council has a dedicated webpage for roadworks and traffic updates, which can be accessed by clicking on the "roadworks" tab on the Gloucestershire County Council website.

Gloucestershire County Council is responsible for maintaining the county's road network, and the council works closely with the Department for Transport and other stakeholders to ensure that the county's roads are safe and well-maintained. The council's roadworks programme is designed to improve the county's road network, reducing congestion and improving journey times for motorists.

While the closure of Barnes Wallis Way is expected to cause some disruption, the council has taken steps to minimise the impact on motorists. Diversions have been put in place to ensure that motorists can still access the area, and the council has advised motorists to plan their journeys in advance to avoid any potential delays. Motorists are also advised to be aware of any potential delays when travelling through the area, and to check for updates on traffic and road conditions before embarking on their journeys.

For more information on the closure of Barnes Wallis Way and other roadworks in Gloucestershire, visit Road Closures UK.