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A31 roadworks and closures

Closures tonight, this weekend and the next two weeks, plus the works running now on the A31, straight from National Highways.

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1Full closures tonight 1Full closures this weekend
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Is the A31 closed? Quick answers

Checked 13:58 on Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Is the A31 closed tonight?

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): both directions Canford to Roundhouse carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

Tonight's A31 closures ›

Is the A31 closed this weekend?

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): both directions Canford to Merley carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00.

This weekend's A31 closures ›

Are there roadworks on the A31 right now?

No. Nothing is running on the A31 at 13:58.

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.

A31 closures tonightTue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): both directions Canford to Roundhouse carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

  • Full closureBoth directions21:00 to 06:00
    Canford to Roundhouse carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A31 both directions Canford to Merley - carriageway closure for electrical work

A31 closures this weekendFri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): both directions Canford to Merley carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00.

  • Full closureBoth directionsFri 6 Nov, 21:00 to 06:00
    Canford to Merley carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A31 both directions Canford to Merley - carriageway closure for electrical work

A31 roadworks running now

Severe Westbound Starting soon
The A31 westbound between junctions with the M27 and A338
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 2 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear around 06:00 on 9 November 2026
Severe Eastbound Starting soon
The A31 eastbound between junctions with the A338 and M27
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 2 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear around 06:00 on 11 November 2026

A31 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 closureBoth directions21:00 to 06:00
    Canford to Roundhouse carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A31 both directions Canford to Merley - carriageway closure for electrical work

Thursday 5 Nov night · 2 closures

  • Full closureBoth directions21:00 to 06:00
    Canford to Merley carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A31 both directions Canford to Merley - carriageway closure for electrical work
  • Slip road closureWestbound21:00 to 06:00
    Poulner exit slip road closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A31 westbound Poulner - slip road and lane closure for maintenance work

❓ A31 roadworks — Frequently Asked Questions

Are there roadworks on the A31 right now?

No roadworks are currently running on the A31 according to National Highways.

Is the A31 closed tonight?

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): both directions Canford to Roundhouse carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

Is the A31 closed this weekend?

Yes. The A31 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): both directions Canford to Merley carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00.

When are A31 roadworks usually carried out?

Most National Highways lane closures on the A31 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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