Road closures: A1, A421 and Bedford Road next weekend

Diversion map

National Highways has advised that the following roads will be closed from 9pm on Friday 6 November until 5am on Monday 9 November to allow for drainage surveys.

Road closures:

  • A1 northbound between Tempsford and Black Cat junction
  • A1 southbound between Wyboston and Tempsford
  • A421 westbound from Black Cat junction to Renhold
  • Bedford Road from Roxton Road to Black Cat junction

Diversion route:

Traffic will be diverted via the A603, A1 northbound, St Neots Road and A428.

Please allow extra time for your journey and plan ahead if you’re travelling in the area. Stay updated by following the National Highways dedicated project page at https://nationalhighways.co.uk/roads-and-travel/road-projects/a428-black-cat-to-caxton-gibbet/diversions-closures-and-speed-restrictions/

 

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