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Planned full closures on England's motorways and major A roads. Most run 20:00–06:00.
2 closures across England on the M56 · sat 5 sep · full road closures only · clear filters
The M56 eastbound carriageway is closed
from 22:00 until 04:00 sat 5 sep — about 6 hours.
You will need another route — the main carriageway is shut.
M56 Eastbound Jct 5 to 2 Carriageway Closure
M56 Eastbound Junction 6 to Junction 3a - Lane Closure for Horticulture (Cutting and Planting)
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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The M56 eastbound carriageway is closed
from 22:00 until 04:00 sat 5 sep — about 6 hours.
You will need another route — the main carriageway is shut.
M56 Eastbound Jct 6 Carriageway Closure between exit and entry slips
M56 Eastbound Junction 6 to Junction 3a - Lane Closure for Horticulture (Cutting and Planting)
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.
💬 Share on WhatsApp 📍 Open in Maps All M56 closures More in North West
🔔 Get told before this happens again Early Warning alerts you the moment the M56 closes or backs up — straight to your phone. Set up →