Chaos Alert: Two major motorways grind to a halt this weekend, snarling traffic for over 250,000 drivers across Southampton and beyond.
Weekend Motorway Madness: What’s Closing?
- M3: Complete shutdown between Junctions 12 and 11 from 9pm Friday (Oct 10) until 6am Saturday.
- M27 Westbound: Full closure from Hilsea to Junction 12 kicks off 9pm Friday and won’t reopen until 6am Monday.
These crucial closures tackle bridge upgrades at the busy M27, A27, and M275 interchange. The goal? Safer, smoother travel — but expect brutal delays first.
More Nighttime Roadworks Add to the Chaos
- M27 westbound exit slip at Junction 10 shuts both Saturday and Sunday nights (9pm-6am) for vital Hampshire County Council works.
- Eastbound entry slip at Junction 10 closes same nights for resurfacing and waterproofing, prepping the road for winter’s wrath.
National Highways keeps three narrow lanes open each way with a strict 50mph limit. But don’t be fooled — traffic will crawl.
“We’re hoping the weather holds up as bad conditions could delay work,” warns Emma Weston, National Highways project manager. “Check your route before you travel.”
Winter Warning: More Motorway Hell Ahead
Somerset motorists, brace for a four-month shutdown of the M5 near Junction 26 Wellington starting October 20. A £5.9 million upgrade spells months of gridlock and frustration.
Keep updated on all the latest closures and traffic news at the National Highways website.
Beat the Bottleneck: Top Tips
- Plan alternative routes now — this weekend’s delays will hit hundreds of thousands.
- Expect slow-moving traffic and tightly squeezed lanes.
- Stay glued to live traffic updates and local alerts.
Southampton’s roads will turn into a nightmare unless you wise up and avoid the madness.
