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Roads & Driving · M25M25 Darenth slip road closed for emergency repairs, 45-minute delays
The A2 London-bound exit slip to the M25 anti-clockwise at Darenth Interchange has been closed since 5am for emergency repairs. Queues stretch back to Pepper Hill in Gravesend, while M25 clockwise drivers experience 45-minute delays between Leatherhead and Chertsey.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 overnight closures this weekend force diversions at 11 junctions
The M25 will close in both directions at multiple junctions overnight this weekend for roadworks. Drivers face diversions on clockwise and anti-clockwise carriageways, slip roads and link roads from 11 pm on Friday 14 August until 5.30 am on Monday 17 August.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 Dartford section closed after multi-vehicle crash
A three-lane closure on the M25 clockwise between junctions 2 and 3 near Dartford has caused delays of up to 90 minutes. National Highways confirmed the incident involved multiple vehicles and is expected to last until at least 18:00 today.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 Dartford closure after lorry fire causes 12-mile queues
A lorry fire on the M25 near Dartford has closed both carriageways between junctions 2 and 3, creating 12-mile tailbacks. National Highways has diverted vehicles onto the A2 and local routes in Barnet, adding delays to morning commutes and school runs.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 delays after van fire on M3 near junction 2
A van fire on the M3 near junction 2 caused heavy congestion on the M25 this morning. Fire crews attended the scene, and National Highways warned of delays for drivers heading towards the London orbital motorway.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 crash in Holmesdale Tunnel shuts two lanes near Enfield
A collision between a lorry and a car inside Holmesdale Tunnel on the M25 near Enfield closed two lanes this morning, causing delays for drivers. National Highways confirmed the incident, which occurred shortly after 7:30 a.m. on 12 September 2024.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 crash closes three lanes near Barnet, 90-minute delays for drivers
A collision on the M25 anticlockwise near Barnet has shut three lanes, causing delays of up to 90 minutes. National Highways is managing the scene, with recovery expected to continue into the evening. Drivers are advised to avoid the area or check traffic updates before travelling.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 reopens after St Albans industrial fire forces closure
A fire at an industrial unit in Ventura Park, St Albans, led to the temporary closure of the M25 on 11 August 2026. Ten fire engines attended the scene, and nearby residents were advised to keep windows closed. The motorway has since reopened with reduced speed limits.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 closed after fire creates explosion risk near South Mimms services
The M25 was shut in both directions on 11 August 2026 after a lorry fire at South Mimms services created an explosion risk. National Highways confirmed the closure and set up diversions while emergency services tackled the blaze.
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M25, M23 and M3 close overnight for roadworks affecting Barnet drivers
National Highways will close sections of the M25, M23 and M3 from 9 pm tonight for overnight roadworks. The A282 Dartford East Tunnel will also shut, affecting commuters travelling to Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Heathrow and Gatwick until 5.30 am.
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A2 overnight closures begin 10 August: slip roads and link shut for resurfacing
The A2 westbound exit at Pepperhill closes from 8 pm on 10 August, followed by the A2-to-A282 link at Darenth Interchange from 10 pm. Marling Cross slip road shuts overnight on 13 August. All works finish by 6 am each morning.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 overnight closures start 10 August between junctions 15 and 16
National Highways will close the M25 clockwise between junctions 15 and 16 from 10pm on 10 August, and anticlockwise between junctions 9 and 8 the following night. Drivers in Barnet and neighbouring boroughs should plan alternative routes during the overnight works.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 crashes cause delays between Dartford and South Mimms
Two crashes on the M25 between junctions 1a-2 near Dartford and junctions 23-24 near South Mimms caused major delays on 10 August. National Highways reported tailbacks and advised drivers to avoid the affected stretches while recovery work continued.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 crash closes lane near Romford as traffic slows
A lane on the M25 near Romford was closed following a crash, causing slow traffic on the clockwise carriageway. National Highways confirmed the closure between junctions 28 and 29, with no details yet on casualties or when the lane will reopen.
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Roads & Driving · LondonM1 crash near Luton Airport blocks motorway and delays drivers for hours
A crash on the M1 motorway northbound near Luton Airport has closed one carriageway and caused long delays for drivers heading towards Hemel Hempstead. National Highways is diverting traffic, with recovery expected to take several hours.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 lanes closed after lorry breakdown and crash near Heathrow and Dartford
Two lanes on the M25 clockwise carriageway are closed at Junction 14 after a lorry broke down, causing delays back to Staines. A separate crash involving a van and car has shut one lane at Junction 2, though traffic is moving.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 and key London motorways close overnight for roadworks
National Highways has closed sections of the M25, A282 Dartford Crossing, A1(M) and M3 for overnight roadworks. Drivers travelling clockwise between Enfield and Waltham Abbey and anticlockwise near Cobham face diversions until morning.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonA2 overnight closures 7 to 10 August affect Harbledown, Brenley Corner and Ebbsfleet slip roads
National Highways will close the eastbound Harbledown exit, the westbound A2 between A2050 and Brenley Corner, and the westbound Pepperhill and Ebbsfleet slip roads on consecutive nights from 7 to 10 August. Diversions will be signed and drivers advised to allow extra time.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 overnight closures planned for 7-10 August 2026 affecting Barnet routes
Drivers in Barnet and surrounding areas face overnight M25 closures from 7 to 10 August 2026. National Highways will shut key junctions, including sections near the M40 and M4, with diversions in place between 10pm and 6am.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonM25 closure near Potters Bar after police incident on 29 July 2026
A police incident closed the southbound M25 near Potters Bar on 29 July 2026, forcing the diversion of traffic onto the A1005. No injuries or arrests have been confirmed, and the road reopened after three hours.
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