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A5 roadworks and closures

Closures tonight, this weekend and the next two weeks, plus the works running now on the A5, straight from National Highways.

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Is the A5 closed? Quick answers

Checked 13:58 on Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Is the A5 closed tonight?

No full closures. The A5 stays open tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00). 2 lane or slip road closures are planned: southbound Abbey Hill exit slip road closure, 20:00 to 06:00; and westbound Centurian Park exit and entry slip road closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

Tonight's A5 closures ›

Is the A5 closed this weekend?

No full closures. The A5 stays open this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00). 1 lane or slip road closure is planned: both directions northbound and southbound between Mytton Oak road and Calcott roundabout, Sat 22:00 to 06:00.

This weekend's A5 closures ›

Are there roadworks on the A5 right now?

No. Nothing is running on the A5 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.

A5 closures tonightTue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00

No full closures. The A5 stays open tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00). 2 lane or slip road closures are planned: southbound Abbey Hill exit slip road closure, 20:00 to 06:00; and westbound Centurian Park exit and entry slip road closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

  • Slip road closureSouthbound20:00 to 06:00
    Abbey Hill exit slip road closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A5 both directions Little Brickhill to Old Stratford - entry slip road closures, exit slip road closures, lane closures and
    Diversion: diversion routes due to horticulture - cutting and planting works on behalf of National Highways
  • Slip road closureWestbound21:00 to 06:00
    Centurian Park exit and entry slip road closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A5 both directions Centurian Park. Exit and entry slip road closure for maintenance works.
    Diversion: Diversion via National Highways and local authority network.

A5 closures this weekendFri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00

No full closures. The A5 stays open this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00). 1 lane or slip road closure is planned: both directions northbound and southbound between Mytton Oak road and Calcott roundabout, Sat 22:00 to 06:00.

  • Lane closureBoth directionsSat 7 Nov, 22:00 to 06:00
    Northbound and southbound between Mytton Oak road and Calcott roundabout
    Overall Scheme Details: A5 between B4386 and A458 carriageway closure for utility works on behalf of National Grid Electricity

A5 roadworks running now

✅ No roadworks on the A5 right now

Nothing is running on the A5 at 13:58. Planned closures are listed by night on this page.

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A5 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

  • Slip road closureSouthbound20:00 to 06:00
    Abbey Hill exit slip road closure
    Overall Scheme Details: A5 both directions Little Brickhill to Old Stratford - entry slip road closures, exit slip road closures, lane closures and
    Diversion: diversion routes due to horticulture - cutting and planting works on behalf of National Highways

❓ A5 roadworks — Frequently Asked Questions

Are there roadworks on the A5 right now?

No roadworks are currently running on the A5 according to National Highways.

Is the A5 closed tonight?

No full closures. The A5 stays open tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00). 2 lane or slip road closures are planned: southbound Abbey Hill exit slip road closure, 20:00 to 06:00; and westbound Centurian Park exit and entry slip road closure, 21:00 to 06:00.

Is the A5 closed this weekend?

No full closures. The A5 stays open this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00). 1 lane or slip road closure is planned: both directions northbound and southbound between Mytton Oak road and Calcott roundabout, Sat 22:00 to 06:00.

When are A5 roadworks usually carried out?

Most National Highways lane closures on the A5 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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