M23 SHUT DOWN: Horsebox Breakdown Causes Chaos Near Gatwick
The M23 is completely closed both ways between Junction 8 (M25) and Junction 9 near Gatwick Airport. A broken-down horsebox and a trapped horse have sparked massive delays.
Southbound Drivers: Follow the Hollow Diamond Diversion
- Leave the M25 at Junction 9 (Leatherhead) and head south on the A243.
- At Knoll Roundabout, take the second exit onto the A24 towards Horsham.
- Continue on the A24 to Great Daux Roundabout, then take the first exit onto the A264.
- Follow the A264 to M23 Junction 11 (Pease Pottage Interchange).
- If heading to Gatwick Airport, join the M23 northbound and exit at Junction 9.
M25 Clockwise Traffic: Alternate Route via Godstone and Crawley
- Exit the M25 at Junction 6 (Godstone) and proceed on the A22 southbound.
- Continue towards Felbridge, then turn right onto the A264 towards M23 Junction 10 (Crawley Interchange).
- For Gatwick Airport, join the M23 northbound and exit at Junction 9.
Northbound Diversion: Follow the Solid Square Signs
- Exit the M23 at Junction 10 and head east on the A264 to the A22 junction.
- Turn north on the A22, continuing to Junction 6 of the M25.
Authorities are racing to clear the blockage and reopen the M23 ASAP. Drivers should plan ahead and expect lengthy delays.
