M25 junction closures planned until 2027
National Highways confirms overnight works and lane restrictions affecting several junctions.
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Drivers using the M25 motorway are advised of planned overnight closures and lane restrictions affecting several junctions. National Highways has confirmed works at junction 3 near Swanley will continue until December 18, with further closures scheduled for early 2027. Long-term lane restrictions are also in place at junction 11 near Chertsey until February 2027.
Junction 3 works
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National Highways schedules works affecting routes to Heathrow, Dartford and north London.
Roadworks are underway at M25 junction 3, which connects to the M20 and A20 near Swanley. These works involve upgrading traffic signals. Overnight restrictions have been in place throughout November and December, with specific closures affecting parts of the junction roundabout on weeknights between 10pm and 6am. These restrictions are scheduled to conclude on December 18.
National Highways has confirmed that all traffic management associated with the junction 3 improvement project will be removed for the Christmas and New Year holiday period. This means the planned overnight restrictions will not be in effect between December 24 and January 1. However, drivers are reminded that other unplanned works or incidents could still affect journeys during this time.
Long-term restrictions
M25 drivers face 16 overnight closures next week
Sections of the motorway will be shut between Tuesday, November 3, and Friday, November 6, affecting journeys through Surrey, Essex, and Buckinghamshire.
Further afield, a lane closure is in effect on the M25 clockwise exit slip road at junction 11 near Chertsey. This restriction is part of improvement works by Surrey County Council and is scheduled to remain in place until February 2027. This closure affects traffic heading clockwise towards Heathrow Airport.
Additionally, National Highways is undertaking significant maintenance at M25 junction 15, near Heathrow Airport, in 2027. The organisation will be replacing two major bridge expansion joints at the interchange between the M25 and the M4. Works are expected to begin in January 2027, with some overnight and weekend restrictions anticipated.
Future closures at junction 3
Following the Christmas and New Year break, further overnight closures are planned for M25 junction 3 near Swanley. These closures will take place between January and April 2027 as the traffic signal upgrade project continues. National Highways stated that only one section of the roundabout will be closed at a time to minimise disruption. Specific dates for these closures have not yet been confirmed.
National Highways advises drivers to check its online daily closures service for the most up-to-date information, as schedules can change at short notice. Motorists planning journeys over busy periods are encouraged to allow extra travel time.
Questions this report answers
+When will roadworks at M25 junction 3 near Swanley end?
Overnight roadworks at M25 junction 3 near Swanley are scheduled to continue until December 18. However, traffic management will be removed for the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Further overnight closures are planned for this junction between January and April 2027.
+Are there any long-term closures on the M25?
Yes, a lane closure is in place on the M25 clockwise exit slip road at junction 11 near Chertsey. This restriction is expected to remain until February 2027. Additionally, National Highways plans to replace bridge expansion joints at junction 15 near Heathrow Airport in 2027, which will involve some overnight and weekend restrictions.
+Will the M25 be clear of roadworks over Christmas?
Traffic management at M25 junction 3 near Swanley will be removed for the Christmas and New Year holiday period. This means the planned overnight works at this specific junction will not be in effect. However, National Highways has stated this does not guarantee the entire M25 will be free of all closures, as other works or incidents could occur.
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