M25 faces 31 overnight closures next week
Drivers should check National Highways for updates on planned maintenance works affecting junctions across London.
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Drivers using the M25 will encounter 31 planned overnight closures across four nights next week. National Highways is undertaking maintenance and improvement works on sections of the motorway, with all closures scheduled to begin at 10pm and conclude at 5:30am the subsequent morning. The affected areas include specific junctions and carriageway segments.
Schedule of Closures
M25 Closures Planned for October 2026
Motorists face overnight disruptions including a full closure of the QEII Bridge.
On Monday, October 19, seven closures are planned. These include carriageway and slip road closures between M25 junctions 11 and 13 clockwise, and junctions 25 to 26 clockwise. Anti-clockwise closures affect junction 28 onwards, junction 15, and junction 25 between entry and exit slip roads, as well as junction 20 exit slip road.
Tuesday, October 20, will see nine closures. These include repeated closures for junctions 11 to 13 clockwise and junctions 25 to 26 clockwise. Additional anti-clockwise closures are scheduled from junction 28 onwards, at junction 15, junction 2, and junction 20 exit slip road. A link road closure at junction 10 clockwise to the A3 northbound is also planned.
Six closures are scheduled for Wednesday, October 21. These include an exit slip road closure at junction 13 clockwise, and continued anti-clockwise closures from junction 28 onwards, at junction 15, junction 25 between entry and exit slip roads, and junction 2 between exit and entry slip roads.
M25 Congestion: Lane Blocked
Motorists face significant delays as a lane closure causes traffic to back up for miles.
Thursday, October 22, will have nine closures. These include anti-clockwise carriageway closures between junctions 23 and 22, an entry slip road closure at junction 23, and continued anti-clockwise closures from junction 28 onwards. Other anti-clockwise closures affect junction 15, junction 25 between entry and exit slip roads, and junction 2 between exit and entry slip roads. An exit slip road closure at junction 30 and an entry slip road closure at junction 6 are also scheduled.
Advice for Drivers
National Highways is responsible for maintenance and improvement works on the motorway network. Planned closures can be subject to change or cancellation due to weather or operational needs. Drivers are advised to check the National Highways website for the most current information on closures and traffic incidents. Following signed diversion routes and allowing extra travel time is recommended.
Questions this report answers
+When will the M25 be closed overnight?
The M25 will experience 31 planned overnight closures between Monday, October 19, and Thursday, October 22. All closures are scheduled to begin at 10pm and finish at 5:30am the following morning.
+Which sections of the M25 will be affected?
Several sections will be affected, including carriageway closures and slip road closures at junctions 11 to 13, and junctions 25 to 26. Other closures are planned at junctions 2, 6, 10, 15, 20, 23, and 28 onwards.
+Who is carrying out these works?
National Highways is responsible for carrying out the maintenance and improvement works on the M25. They manage England's motorway network and advise drivers to check their website for updates.
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