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Planned full closures on England's motorways and major A roads. Most run 20:00–06:00.
1 closure across England on the A42 · thu 22 oct · clear filters
The A42 southbound layby is closed from 13:00 until 05:00 thu 22 oct — about 16 hours.
The road stays open. Only the layby is shut — plan your break elsewhere.
A42 southbound layby closure
A42 southbound Jct 14 to Jct 13. Layby closure for maintenance works.
National Highways have not published a diversion for this closure. Follow the signs on the road — and if you are driving an HGV, check the route suits your height and weight before committing to it.
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Source: National Highways daily closure report,
imported twice daily. Closures are subject to change at short notice, especially in poor weather —
always follow the signs on the road.
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