A2 overnight closures 7 to 10 August affect Harbledown, Brenley Corner and Ebbsfleet slip roads
National Highways schedules maintenance works that will close sections of the A2 in both directions between 8 pm and 6 am
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National Highways has announced a series of overnight closures on the A2 between 7 and 10 August for maintenance works. The closures will affect drivers travelling in both directions, with specific sections shut between 8 pm and 6 am each night.
Which sections will close and when
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National Highways advises drivers to plan ahead for late-night diversions on key routes
On 7 August, the eastbound Harbledown exit slip road will be closed from 8 pm until 6 am. The following night, 8 August, the westbound A2 between the A2050 and Brenley Corner will shut for the same hours. There will be no closures on the A2 on 9 August.
From 8 pm on 10 August until 6 am on 11 August, the westbound Pepperhill and Ebbsfleet slip roads will be closed. Additionally, the link road from the A2 westbound at Darenth Interchange to the A282 northbound will shut from 10 pm to 5.30 am on 10 August.
What drivers should do
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National Highways has advised drivers to plan alternative routes and allow extra time for journeys during the closures. Diversion routes will be signed along the affected sections. The works are part of routine maintenance on the A2.
No further details on the nature of the maintenance works have been provided. It is unclear whether the closures will affect public transport or local bus services in the area.
What happens next
The closures will proceed as scheduled unless adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances arise. National Highways has not indicated any further closures beyond 11 August. Drivers can check real-time traffic updates via the National Highways website or local traffic news services.
Questions this report answers
+Which part of the A2 will close on 7 August?
The eastbound Harbledown exit slip road will close from 8 pm to 6 am on 7 August. Drivers heading eastbound will need to use alternative routes during these hours.
+Will the A2 be closed on 9 August?
No, there are no planned closures on the A2 on 9 August. Closures will resume on 10 August for the westbound Pepperhill and Ebbsfleet slip roads.
+What time will the link road to the A282 close on 10 August?
The link road from the A2 westbound at Darenth Interchange to the A282 northbound will close from 10 pm to 5.30 am on 10 August. Drivers should plan for this closure if travelling during these hours.
+How can drivers avoid delays during the A2 closures?
National Highways advises drivers to allow extra time for journeys and follow signed diversion routes. Checking real-time traffic updates before travelling may help avoid delays.
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