UK Road Closed: National Highways

Motorists are advised to be aware of a significant disruption on the national highway network in the Stoke area. The road in question is located on the National Highways network at location 511207, near the city of Stoke. The road will be closed for a period of 9 hours, starting from 20:00 on 13 August 2026 and reopening at 05:00 on 14 August 2026.

This disruption has been scheduled as part of the National Highways' ongoing work on the Strategic Road Network. National Highways, the highway authority responsible for maintaining and improving England's motorways and major A-roads, has announced the temporary closure. The purpose of this closure is to undertake essential maintenance and improvement work.

Drivers are urged to plan their journeys in advance and consider alternative routes to avoid the affected area. Those who do need to travel through the area are advised to check traffic and travel apps for the latest updates and to allow plenty of extra time for their journey. It is also essential to follow all signs and directions provided by National Highways staff and traffic management systems in place.

The planned road closure is expected to cause significant delays and disruptions to traffic, particularly during peak hours. Motorists are advised to check the latest traffic information before embarking on their journey and to consider alternative modes of transport, such as public transport or car-sharing, where possible.

National Highways has been working to minimise the impact of the disruption on road users, with a team of engineers and maintenance staff working to complete the necessary work as quickly and safely as possible. The authority has also been providing regular updates on the progress of the works and any changes to the planned schedule.

For the latest information on this and other road closures, drivers can visit Road Closures UK, which provides up-to-date information on roadworks and disruptions across the UK. This website is an invaluable resource for motorists, providing detailed information on road conditions, traffic updates, and planned roadworks.

Motorists are reminded to drive safely and responsibly during this period and to take all necessary precautions to avoid any potential hazards. National Highways will continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates on the progress of the works.