Drivers heading into and out of Cambridgeshire are being advised that the A421 in Bedfordshire remains closed in both directions between the A6 (Bedford) & M1 J13 (Brogborough) due to flooding. National Highways confirmed the continuing closure today with some vehicles still stranded after being abandoned.
‘Operation floodwater’ has involved the agency using tankers to help clear the excess water from the road.
It means diversions continue to operate.
A421, Bedford
Tuesday 24 September 2024.
Picture by Terry Harris.
A421, Bedford
Monday 23 September 2024.
Picture by Terry Harris.
National Highways offer a diversion route as follows:
Traffic wishing to travel northbound is advised to follow the below diversion route which is not symbol led
- From the M1 J13 take Bedford Road northbound towards Ampthill/Ridgmont.
- Travel northbound on Bedford Road for approximately 7 miles, continuing as it transitions into Woburn Road and passing through Brogborough and Marston Moretaine, to the Marsh Leys junction roundabout with the A6/A421.
- From here you can re-join the A421 to continue your journey.
Traffic wishing to travel southbound is advised to follow the below diversion route which is not symbol led
- Exit the A421 southbound at the Marsh Leys junction with the A6 for Northampton
- At the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Woburn road southbound towards Wootton
- Continue southbound on Woburn Road for approximately 7 miles, continuing as it transitions into Bedford Road and passing through Marston Moretaine and Brogborough to reach J13 of the M1.
- From here road users can continue their journey
A421, Bedford
Monday 23 September 2024.
Picture by Terry Harris.
A421, Bedford
Monday 23 September 2024.
Picture by Terry Harris.
Further information is available from National Highways by visiting www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via their regional X feed.
