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Drivers face delays and diversions in M4 weekend closure

Western Mail

October 24, 2025

DRIVERS have been warned to expect significant disruption to one of Wales’ busiest routes this weekend, as a major section of the M4 will be completely closed to traffic.

Construction works for a new bridge will take place on the M4 from tonight.

National Highways has said the M4 north of Bristol will be closed in both directions between Junction 18 (Bath) and Junction 19 (M32) from 7pm until 6am on Monday, October 27.

The closure is to allow eight large steel beams to be lifted into place for the new A432 Badminton Road Bridge.

Sean Walsh, route manager for National Highways, said: “The beam lift is a huge milestone in the construction of the new bridge, but we appreciate that any road closures can be frustrating for people.

“We need to fully close the M4 because we're using specialist machinery and it’s vital that we keep those doing the work and motorists safe.

“Once complete, the new bridge will help reconnect drivers, businesses and the local communities that have been impacted by the closure”

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