Cobham Services on M25 runs out of fuel between Junctions 9 and 10
Drivers on both carriageways unable to refuel at Surrey motorway services near Heathrow and Gatwick
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Cobham Services on the M25 has run out of fuel, leaving drivers unable to refuel at the site between Junctions 9 and 10. The outage affects both carriageways of the motorway, which serves as a key route for traffic around London and towards Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
A spokesperson for Cobham Services told *This Is Local London* that the location is "one of the busiest sections of the motorway network, conveniently between Junctions J9 and J10 of the M25." The operator did not provide a reason for the fuel shortage or an estimated time for resupply.
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Impact on drivers
The service area is situated between Leatherhead, accessed via Junction 9, and the A3 Wisley interchange at Junction 10. Drivers travelling in either direction on the M25 will need to use alternative service areas, such as Clacket Lane to the south or South Mimms to the north, for fuel.
Cobham Services is a major stop for long-distance drivers, including those heading to or from the airports. The outage comes at a time when motorway traffic is typically heavy, with summer holiday travel and freight movements.
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What happens next
It is unclear when fuel supplies will be restored at Cobham Services. The operator has not issued an update on the situation since confirming the outage. Drivers are advised to check fuel levels before travelling or plan stops at other service areas along the M25.
Questions this report answers
+Why has Cobham Services run out of fuel?
The operator has not provided a reason for the fuel shortage at Cobham Services. The outage affects both directions of the M25 between Junctions 9 and 10, with no timeline given for resupply.
+Where can drivers refuel instead of Cobham Services?
Drivers can use alternative service areas such as Clacket Lane to the south or South Mimms to the north of Cobham Services. These are the nearest stops for fuel on the M25.
+How long will the fuel outage at Cobham Services last?
It is unclear when fuel supplies will be restored. The operator has not issued an update on the situation or provided an estimated time for resupply.
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