M5 in Somerset to Close Overnight for Essential Repairs Over Two Weeks Wednesday, February 11, 2026 m5 somerset highways repairs drainage closures traffic nationalhighways wellington junction26 Sections of the M5 motorway in Somerset will undergo overnight closures for nearly two weeks this February as part of vital drainage improvements. The motorway will be fully closed between junction 25 (Taunton) and junction … Read More
Drivers Stumped by 5p Cash-Only Toll Bridge Hidden in Rural Oxfordshire Tuesday, February 10, 2026 toll bridge oxfordshire swinford cashonly motorists countryside traffic history uk While most of Britain’s roads remain free to use with maintenance costs covered by taxation, a handful of toll roads and bridges still require a fee. Famous examples like the M6 Toll, the M25 Dartford Crossing, the Humber … Read More
Live: A30 Closed in Yeovil Due to Fallen Tree Causing All-Day Disruption Tuesday, February 10, 2026 a30 yeovil roadclosure traffic disruption fallen tree road safety emergency clearance detours The A30 in Yeovil has been closed following the fall of a large tree, resulting in significant disruption throughout the day. Authorities confirmed that the tree brought up a section of the roadside bank, complicating … Read More
Somerset Sinkhole Repair Finally Underway After Nearly Five Years Tuesday, February 10, 2026 somerset sinkhole castlecary infrastructure roadworks repairs traffic development council safety A persistent sinkhole on Station Road (B3152) in Castle Cary is finally being repaired after nearly five years of ongoing disruption. The issue first emerged in July 2021 near the site where Persimmon Homes Severn Valley … Read More
Plans Launched for Traffic Restrictions on 'School Streets' in Bath Monday, February 9, 2026 schoolstreets safety traffic children bath transport restrictions roads consultation permit Bath and North East Somerset Council is consulting on plans to restrict traffic on three streets near local schools during peak times, aiming to enhance safety for schoolchildren. The proposed ‘school streets’ … Read More
Residential Road Near Chard Reservoir May Become a Permanent 'Green Lane' Monday, February 9, 2026 chard greenlane safety cycling pedestrians somersetcouncil toucheslane traffic consultation activetravel Somerset Council is seeking public input on plans to transform Touches Lane, a quiet residential road near Chard Reservoir, into a ‘green lane’ aimed at improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and horse … Read More