A serious single-vehicle collision has shut the A3 southbound between the A333 Hindhead and...

Published: 11:34 am February 19, 2026
Updated: 11:34 am February 19, 2026

 

A serious single-vehicle collision has shut the A3 southbound between the A333 Hindhead and B2131 Liphook. The crash was reported at around 10:20 this morning.

Hampshire Police are on scene managing the incident and have closed the road. The closure could last several hours.

Police have a plan to ease congestion by releasing vehicles from the back of the queue to reduce tailbacks.

Additionally, lane 2 of 2 is also shut southbound through the Hindhead Tunnel, adding to the delays.

Official Diversion Route

Follow local signs marked with a solid triangle to navigate around the closure:

  1. Exit A3 southbound at Stag Hill interchange (Hogs Back) onto the A31 towards Farnham.
  2. Continue for around 7 miles to the Shepherd and Flock roundabout.
  3. Take the 1st exit onto the A31 Farnham Bypass.
  4. Proceed to the B3001 junction.
  5. Cross over to the A31/A325 roundabout.
  6. Take the 1st exit onto A325 and follow to Longmoor Interchange roundabout.
  7. Take 2nd exit at Longmoor roundabout to rejoin A3 southbound.

 

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE