Rothley: Town Green St shut

Motorists are advised to plan their journeys in advance as Leicestershire County Council has announced a medium-severity disruption on Town Green Street in Rothley, near Leicester. The street will be closed from 06:01 on 17 August 2026 to 23:00 on 22 August 2026 due to scaffolding works.

The disruption is expected to cause some inconvenience to drivers, and Leicestershire County Council is urging commuters to check for alternative routes and up-to-date traffic information before embarking on their journey. Motorists can use traffic and navigation apps such as Waze or Google Maps to plan their routes in advance and avoid potential congestion hotspots.

The scaffolding works are necessary to ensure the safety of the public and workers on the site. Leicestershire County Council is working hard to complete the works as quickly as possible, but the duration of the closure is unavoidable. During the closure, traffic will be diverted around the affected area, and residents and businesses in the vicinity are advised to check for local traffic updates and follow signs directing them to alternative routes.

While the disruption is in place, drivers are advised to consider alternative routes, such as taking a detour via nearby streets or using public transport where possible. Additionally, drivers can check for live traffic updates on websites like Road Closures UK or social media channels to stay informed about the latest traffic conditions.

For those who need to travel through the area, it is essential to be patient and allow extra time for their journey. The diversion will be clearly signposted, and traffic management teams will be in place to assist drivers. Motorists are urged to follow the instructions of the traffic management teams and to drive safely and responsibly throughout the disruption.

Leicestershire County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused by the scaffolding works and thanks drivers for their understanding and cooperation during this time. Motorists can stay up-to-date with the latest information on the disruption by visiting Road Closures UK, where they can find the most current traffic updates and information on road works across the UK.