Drivers using the A40 over Over Bridge near Gloucester face months of disruption. National Highways is carrying out a £7m refurbishment of the bridge, and traffic is sharing one carriageway while the work continues.
Where the closures are
- Westbound carriageway between Over roundabout and Over Farm: closed from 20 October 2026 until January 2027.
- Westbound traffic uses a contraflow on the eastbound side of the bridge, with one lane each way and a 30mph speed limit.
- The eastbound side has been finished, and traffic now uses the refurbished carriageway.
- The slip road from the A417 Over Causeway onto the A40 westbound is closed 24 hours a day until March 2027. Join the A40 at the roundabout instead.
What happens next
Work has moved to the westbound side. Crews are removing the old waterproofing, repairing the concrete deck and underside, and preparing for new waterproofing. National Highways says the project is on track to finish in March 2027.
Further closures will be needed in 2027. National Highways says it will confirm the details on its project page when they are firm.
Practical information
Some full overnight closures of the A40 in both directions will also be needed. Signed diversions run via the A417 to Ledbury, the A449 to Ross-on-Wye and then the A40. Follow the signs rather than satnavs.
Westbound drivers cannot turn right into Over Farm, Toby Carvery or Horseshoe Drive, and must go to Highnam roundabout to turn round. The footpath and cycleway stay open, but cyclists need to dismount in one area under the bridge because of low headroom.
For the latest closures, check National Highways’ daily road closure report on its website before setting off.
