M25 Nightmare Ahead: Key Kent Stretch to Shut Overnight for Weekend Roadworks
Three Weekend Closures on M25 Near Darenth
Drivers brace yourselves! A busy stretch of the M25 anti-clockwise near Junction 2, by the Darenth Interchange in Kent, is set to close overnight across three separate weekends. National Highways confirmed the shutdowns will hit between April and May, starting this weekend.
- First closure: 10pm Saturday, April 26 to 7am Sunday, April 27
- Second closure: 10pm Saturday, May 10 to 7am Sunday, May 11
- Final closure: 9pm Saturday, May 17 to 9am Sunday, May 18
During these times, anti-clockwise traffic will be forced off the M25 at Junction 2, directed around the Darenth Interchange roundabout, and back on via the entry slip road. Expect chaos!
Expect Delays and Disruptions Towards Dartford
These closures are part of vital resurfacing works to keep one of Britain’s busiest motorways safe and reliable. But the upgrades come at a cost — delays and traffic jams are expected, especially for those heading towards Dartford and surrounding areas.
Motorists are urged to plan journeys carefully and build in plenty of extra time. The message is clear: don’t get caught out on these nights.
More Pain: QEII Bridge at Dartford Crossing Also Closing
If that’s not enough bad news, the QEII Bridge — the crucial link between Essex and Kent — will close overnight this Saturday, April 26, from 10pm until 5am. Routine maintenance and safety checks are the reason, but that means more snarls for drivers in the area.
National Highways has published full diversions for this closure to help motorists navigate around the disruption.
National Highways Issues Apology
National Highways apologised for the inconvenience but stressed the essential nature of these repairs. They thanked drivers for their patience and cooperation while vital works take place.
