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🕐 Last verified 25 Jul, 18:45

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA3
DirectionNorthbound
RegionSurrey
ReportedSat 25 Jul, 17:35
Cleared19:30
Lasted1h 55m
Road typeA-Road (varies by section)
Speed limit30-70 mph (varies by section)
Weather☀️ Clear sky
ReferenceREF-26207273
Views121

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

A3 | Surrey | Road Closure | Expect Delays

The A3 northbound between the A283 near Milford (north) and the B3000 due to a significant fire at Beechwood Farm in Shackleford

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31 incidents and roadworks logged on the A3 in the last 30 days, 16 of them serious or severe. Times are UK time.

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Is the A3 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 19:30 UK time on Sat 25 Jul. See the A3 right now.

What happened on the A3 on 25 Jul 2026?

Vehicle fire on the A3 northbound in Surrey, reported at 17:35 UK time on Sat 25 Jul. Cleared at 19:30.

How long did it last?

1h 55m, from 17:35 UK time on Sat 25 Jul.

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