Road Closure: PARK STREET — London

PARK STREET in central London is set to face disruption from today, 17 August 2026, as City of Westminster highways engineers begin urgent works. The street, which is a key route through the heart of the capital, will be closed from 03:54 until 22:59 on 19 August 2026.

Motorists are advised to plan their journeys in advance as PARK STREET, between its junctions, is expected to be subject to medium-severity disruption. The closure affects traffic travelling through the area and may cause delays for drivers heading to and from the City of London and other nearby districts. Those looking to avoid the area altogether are urged to use alternative routes.

According to City of Westminster, the reason for the urgent works is to carry out essential maintenance on PARK STREET. The exact nature of the works is not specified, but drivers can expect some level of disruption throughout the duration of the closure. Commuters are advised to check traffic updates before embarking on their journeys and to consider using a journey planner or traffic app to plan their route around the affected area.

During the works, local residents and businesses can expect some disruption to their daily routines. While the impact on traffic is likely to be the most significant concern, residents may also experience some noise and other disruptions from the works themselves. The City of Westminster has confirmed that they will be working to keep the disruption to a minimum and will be communicating directly with local residents and businesses.

For drivers looking to avoid PARK STREET, alternative routes may include using surrounding streets or taking a detour via nearby main roads. While these alternative routes may not be significantly longer in distance, they may still offer a way to avoid the worst of the congestion. Motorists are also advised to leave plenty of time for their journeys and to be prepared for some level of disruption.

As with any major disruption to London's road network, Road Closures UK recommends that drivers check the latest information on traffic and road conditions before embarking on their journey. This can be done by visiting our website for the latest updates on PARK STREET and other areas of disruption across the UK.