A34 northbound between Beedon and West Ilsley resurfacing
We need to resurface sections of the A34 northbound between Beedon and West Ilsley in Berkshire.
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14 April 2025
Weekend work ahead for essential resurfacing
We need to resurface sections of the A34 northbound between Beedon and West Ilsley in Berkshire.
We will do this during weekend closures of the A34 northbound. They will be from the A34/M4 J13 Chieveley Interchange in West Berkshire to the A4185 Chilton Junction, near Didcot, Oxfordshire.
Weekend closures are needed because of the depth of resurfacing needed in some sections.
The following closures are scheduled to take place from 9pm to 6am:
- Friday 16 May – Monday 19 May
- Friday 27 June – Monday 30 June
- Friday 4 July – Monday 7 July
Diversion for motorway traffic
The diversion route is long, for which we apologise. However, it is the most suitable option for both car and HGV drivers.
From M4 Junction 13:
- travel east along M4 to Junction 8/9
- exit at junction and travel north on the A404(M)/A404
- at M40 Handy Cross roundabout take first exit onto M40 northbound
- continue on the M40 to Junction 9
- exit at Junction 9 for the A34
Unfortunately, this diversion is only suitable for those who can drive on a motorway. For example, it is not suitable for learner drivers, moped riders, and people driving agricultural vehicles.
View motorway diversion route map.
Diversion for non-motorway traffic – unsuitable for large vehicles in some areas
From the A4, take the A338 and then the A417.
View non-motorway diversion route map.
Project information
Overview
This is essential resurfacing work. If we had planned the works as overnight or week-day closures, customers would be facing a long diversion over several weeks, including peak commuter times. We have chosen weekend work as the least disruptive option overall.
Benefits
The scheme will result in smoother journeys and reduce the need for disruptive, short-term repairs.
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