A1 near Peterborough to be closed overnight throughout August - starting TONIGHT

A diversion route has been confirmed by National Highways

Motorists using the A1 near Peterborough will have to contend with a month of overnight closures starting tonight (Monday, August 3).

The A1 northbound between junction 17 (Fletton Parkway Interchange) and the A1/A47 junction at Wansford will be closed overnight between August 3 and August 28.

The section of road will be closed nightly between 8pm and 6am to allow for drainage work and resurfacing.

The A1 northbound between junction 17 (Fletton Parkway Interchange) and the A1/A47 junction at Wansford will be closed overnight between August 3 and August 28placeholder image
The A1 northbound between junction 17 (Fletton Parkway Interchange) and the A1/A47 junction at Wansford will be closed overnight between August 3 and August 28

A diversion route confirmed by National Highways involves motorists taking Fletton Parkway and then turning left onto Nene Parkway.

At Thorpe Wood Interchange roundabout, take the first exit before re-joining the A1 at the A1/A47 junction, Wansford.

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