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A21 roadworks and closures

Closures tonight, this weekend and the next two weeks, plus the works running now on the A21, straight from National Highways.

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Is the A21 closed? Quick answers

Checked 13:55 on Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Is the A21 closed tonight?

Yes. The A21 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): Northbound Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 carriageway closure, 22:00 to 05:30. Diversion: Diversion via Local Authorities and National Highways Network.

Tonight's A21 closures ›

Is the A21 closed this weekend?

No. No closures are planned on the A21 this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00).

This weekend's A21 closures ›

Are there roadworks on the A21 right now?

No. Nothing is running on the A21 at 13:55.

Works running now ›

From National Highways' closure report and live feed. Full closure means the carriageway is shut; lane and slip road closures leave it open. Times can change, so check before you set off.

A21 closures tonightTue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00

Yes. The A21 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): Northbound Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 carriageway closure, 22:00 to 05:30. Diversion: Diversion via Local Authorities and National Highways Network.

  • Full closureNorthbound22:00 to 05:30
    Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A21 Northbound Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 Carriageway and lane closure for gantry sign replacement works
    Diversion: Diversion via Local Authorities and National Highways Network

A21 closures this weekendFri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00

No. No closures are planned on the A21 this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00).

A21 roadworks running now

Minor Starting soon
A 30mph speed limit will be in operation
🔨 Roadworks
✅ The event is expected to clear around 06:00 on 5 November 2026

A21 closures in the next 2 weeksOther nights, as far ahead as National Highways have published (to Mon 9 Nov)

Wednesday 4 Nov night · 1 closure

  • Full closureNorthbound22:00 to 05:30
    Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A21 Northbound Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 Carriageway and lane closure for gantry sign replacement works
    Diversion: Diversion via Local Authorities and National Highways Network

❓ A21 roadworks — Frequently Asked Questions

Are there roadworks on the A21 right now?

No roadworks are currently running on the A21 according to National Highways.

Is the A21 closed tonight?

Yes. The A21 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): Northbound Chipstead to M25 Jct 5 carriageway closure, 22:00 to 05:30. Diversion: Diversion via Local Authorities and National Highways Network.

Is the A21 closed this weekend?

No. No closures are planned on the A21 this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00).

When are A21 roadworks usually carried out?

Most National Highways lane closures on the A21 run overnight and are lifted before the morning peak (07:00–09:00). Full carriageway closures are usually weekend nights, with a signed diversion.

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