Tuesday 31 January and Friday 3 February, 9pm to 6am. Be the first to know about new RAC products and special offers: 03 numbers are charged at national call rates and included in inclusive minute plans from We have listened to customers regarding the disruption that is caused by carrying out works on the whole length of a scheme at one time. We will update the webpage to let you know when this is happening. Tapping the links down the left column will provide you with more information on each service area, such as its facilities and exact location. MGNjNTBjNThhMjFjYTJjNzE4MjM4MTcwNGI2OWFlYjE3ZDllNDk4Yzg0Y2Qw The A74(M) and M74 were, when they were built, going to be renumbered as M6, creating a motorway over 350 miles long linking the M1 (and thus London) to Glasgow. Following our approved and signed diversion route will ensure motorists are not affected by this closure. ECHO is a one-way feedback tool, so if youd like a response to your feedback you can email the project team at: m6j21a-26smartmotorway@nationalhighways.co.uk. At least 4 stars MzgwNzQ5MTg3NWU0OTFjZGM5YmNkYTg5ODY1YWQ3YTg5OWVkNTM2YWZiZTcw Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. This website contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Keep up to date with what's happening on this scheme by signing up to our updates. M55, I have updated this site's map of the route too. Please ensure that your response reaches us by 23 December 2020. The proposed start of construction is Spring 2021, with an end date of Spring 2024. NzgyM2VkOWJhYzYwMzc4NzE2MGRlMjZkY2I2OTQ0YjhhN2VlYzNhNWFlMjdj Yjc0ZjlhMDZlMmZiZDRhMWJmN2I3YzczNDgxNDAyMTdiZmM3MzZhMjBhNzJi The Lune Gorge route was chosen as it was easier to engineer, and not so liable to be affected by hill fog and bad visibility. The M6 rises from near sea level on the Forton to Carnforth section to over one thousand feet above sea level on the moors near Shap. Learn how to create your own. To reduce disruption on road users, we'll only be working on one carriageway at a time. Each motorway in England requires that a legal document called a Statutory Instrument is published, detailing the route of the road, before it can be built. The N6 Galway City Ring Road would comprise dual and single lane carriageways, over an 18 kilometre route. We try to minimise the noise as much as possible and are following industry best practice methods. Post: M6 J21a-26, Highways England, 2 Colmore Square, Birmingham, B4 6BN. M61, What is Operation Stack? Where we need any lane or full closures on the motorway we can only do this at night when the motorway is less busy. The M6 junction 21a at Croft to 26 at Orrell is a 10-mile-long project that is part of our programme to add capacity to the motorway network. Old N6, Please include M6 J21a-26 smart motorway statutory instrument consultation in the title of the email, and mark it for the attention of Agnes Usciak. The Gravelly Hill Interchange, popularly known as Spaghetti Junction, [1] is a road junction in Birmingham, England. The M6 also includes the infamous Spaghetti Junction, officially junction 6 of the motorway, which is a particularly complex junction. Supporting variable message signs will be set to inform approaching motorists of a closed lane. M6 Motorway Map. No junction to negotiate This will reduce the length of roadworks in place, minimising potential disruption to journeys. The M6 starts at Junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby, and then routes around Birmingham, Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent and between Liverpool and Manchester. ZDQyZTc3YzlmNjk4YjJkOTU4YjE2Y2ZhNWZmYjJkMTFhODliODJkOTQyNGFm The new barrier will reduce future maintenance and therefore disruption to motorists and residents. As of early 2015, it is back in planning with a preferred route to be announced soon, when consultation is concluded. The long Ballinasloe-Galway section followed a few months later, bringing the Dublin-Galway journey time (from outskirts to outskirts) down to below 2 hours. This week you can play it for yourself. Before the opening of the toll motorway, this section of the M6 carried 180,000 vehicles per day at its busiest point near Wolverhampton (between the junctions with the M54 and M5 motorways), compared with a design capacity of only 72,000 vehicles. Opened : 1991 - 2025. From here, it narrows to a 5.5 km single carriageway road with roundabouts, but intersections with minor roads all seem to be bridged. It completed an uninterrupted motorway from just south of Dunblane (via the M9, the recently opened M80 section near Cumbernauld and the M73) in the north to Exeter (via the M5) and to London (via both the M42/M40 and the M1) in the south. No exit from M40 southbound. Ten of these are super-span gantries, which means that they go across both carriageways. To carry out this work we will need to cone off areas of the hard shoulder as we work during the day. Toll Plaza Locations Roadchef M5, Full closuresWe need to close the M6 between junctions 23 and 26 to carry out some work safely. The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 and the A14 in Catthorpe near Rugby in central England. Map Directions Satellite Photo Map Notable Places in the Area Tripontium Archaeological site Photo: G-Man, Public domain. It winds it way down to the town of Ballinasloe, squeezing over a bridge and an S-bend, before starting its long lonely journey southwest to the distant town of Loughrea. Motorists using the M56 westbound this week are warned there will be overnight closures between Junction 5 and 7 on Thursday and Friday nights (March 2 and 3) from 9pm to 6am. The M42 motorway runs north east from Bromsgrove in Worcestershire to just south west of Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Leicestershire, passing Redditch, Solihull, the National Exhibition Centre and Tamworth on the way, serving the east of the Birmingham metropolitan area. If you need to contact us about the M6 junction 21a to 26 smart motorways scheme, please use the details below: In winter 2019 based on feedback from our customers and stakeholders of their experiences on our network we announcedchanges to our smart motorway programme across the north-westto reduce the impact of concurrent roadworks on our customers. 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M65, The CEO of Galway Chamber, Kenny Deery, has said that the opponents of the Galway City Ring Road are "not connected with reality". The M6 motorway is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom. will relieve congestion and smooth the flow of traffic, improving safety and journey times. 1873: M6 Motorway (Widening and Improvements Between Junctions 30 and 32) and Connecting Roads Scheme 1991, Statutory Instrument 1993 No. You can respond to the consultation by completing our online response form, linked above. Book a full service from 185. M6 Traffic News, Updates & Travel Information The M6 is one of the busiest motorways in the UK - avoid its worst junctions, accident blackspots and planned roadworks with regular M6 traffic updates and news. Providing much needed capacity on the motorway will reduce the cost of economic delay to both commuters and business traffic, continue to deliver a high level of safety performance on the network using smart motorway techniques, (External link - Opens in a new tab or window), M6J21a-26SmartMotorway@highwaysengland.co.uk, changes to our smart motorway programme across the north-west, m6j21a-26smartmotorway@nationalhighways.co.uk, 2020 Variable Mandatory Speed Limit Consultation, M6 junction 21a to 26 Variable Mandatory Speed Limit Consultation documen, Wednesday 15 to Friday 17 February, 9pm to 6am, Monday 27 February to Friday 3 March, 9pm to 6am, Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 February, 9pm to 6am, M6 junction 23 to 26 northbound. This map was created by a user. 2023-02-28 Roadnow. The incident had backed. This week you can play it for yourself. Well be starting the main construction work on the project in March 2021. All three lanes will be open at all times. For other roads, see, This article contains a bulleted list or table of intersections which. However, note that the detailed design of the route has not been decided, and the exact pieces of land and property that will be needed to build it are not yet set in stone. The bypass is controversial as it will likely sever the Gaeltacht suburb of Menlough and other areas from the rest of the city. The M6 motorway is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom. Part of the M6 motorway will close tonight until Monday morning with severe delays expected and drivers warned to avoid the area. It. NmNjMWFiMjMyYjI0MThkMGQwZTFjODZjMTg4ZTZiNzVlOGJiNTlmNjU5ZTZh [24] The road opened on 5 December 2008, the 50th anniversary of the M6 Preston By-pass. Were continuing with construction work during the lockdown, ensuring that all of our work is taking place in accordance with Covid safety guidelines. If there's trouble crossing the Channel, you'll see the lorries queuing on the M20. The M6 Motorway. When we take down the lights this shouldnt cause any disturbance. YTE2NWEzY2Q2ODBkM2RjODhjOWM3Y2E3Y2ZjMGQ5NDNkNDY2NzEyZDMwZjYx Please note our work is subject to weather conditions, therefore dates may change at short notice. When the scheme is complete messages on the gantries will be operated from our Regional Operations Centre. There will be three major junctions - with the N59, the N84, and surprisingly, with the N17. M42 and A42, The M6 motorway is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom. [50], Data from driver location signs are used to provide distance and carriageway identifier information. Low standard DC : 9.8 km. Nowhere at all. The M6 covers several counties - Leicestershire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Staffordshire, Cheshire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cumbria. It is not yet confirmed if the road will open as a motorway, or a motorway-standard dual carriageway. We thank you for bearing with us and apologise for any disturbance our work may cause you. The Hanchurch Interchange routes M6 traffic to the A500 towards Stoke on Trent, but flow is slowed by both a roundabout and a set of traffic lights. . CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) IN THE LAKE DISTRICT & CUMBRIA. It is located entirely within England, running for just over 230 miles (370 km) from the Midlands to the border with Scotland. Well be providing an update on the project in the new year, as well as publishing a summary report of the responses we received to the consultation. Were also currently resurfacing lane 4 with a low noise road surface system. We will be holding a virtual Public Information Exhibition in late February to provide you with information about the motorway upgrade. Happy New Year! InNpZ25hdHVyZSI6IjUxODQxOWJjMzYzYmIzZTFmYTMzODFkY2Y4NzYxMzk2 Planning permission for the highly controversial M6 Galway Bypass has been quashed (annulled), as reported in the media. Buying a car? It connects to major junctions the M56 and M62. Weve been completing around 1.3 km of the central reservation each month. Start date January - March 2021 End date 2022-23 Cost 100 million - 250 million Latest updates Overview Documents Latest updates 20 January 2023 Project update - January 2023 In addition, the N17 Tuam Road junction will be a double-junction, also featuring slips to a new distributor road that will link the Parkmore and Ballybrit industrial estates. ZGRmNmM4ZTkxN2Q4YjVmYWMwMjI1NWY2MjAyMzZkODZiZGZiN2M5NzMyYTQ3 Skip to content Breakdown Cover Breakdown Cover UK Breakdown Cover Electric Car Breakdown Cover Van Breakdown Cover European Breakdown Cover A red X will be shown above the affected lane (or lanes) to close the traffic. The section of the M6 which runs over Shap Fell in Cumbria is 320m above sea level, one of the highest points on any motorway in the UK (Junction 22 of the M62 on Saddleworth Moor is higher). In total well be installing 65 new gantries. Congestion is not helped by the fact that the roundabout reduces from three lanes to two on approach. If youre planning to travel on this part of the motorway, check M6 travel news before and during your journey to stay aware of any potential delays and problems. CCTV and free recovery will be in place to ensure the safety of motorists travelling through the area. The dates, locations and carriageway closures are the following: Clearly signed diversion routes will be in place for each closure and can be found in the diversions section of this webpage. If youre looking for peace of mind at home and at the roadside, have a look at our completebreakdown coverservice today. I am assuming the dual carriageway's new junctions will be numbered 20-23, following the existing sequence. However, a much closer approximation to the overall actual route of the M6 (heading north from its southern terminus) is provided by following the A45, A34, A50, A49, then the A6. In some places they are 800 feet apart, and where they are brought together, the central reservation is never less than thirty feet wide. There is no timeframe for an improvement, if indeed any will ever occur. Converting the hard shoulder into a permanent traffic lane, driver information, including lane availability, provided through a mixture of gantries and cantilever signs, system, which provides queue protection and congestion management, comprehensive low light pan-tilt-zoom CCTV coverage, areas where drivers can stop in an emergency, reduce congestion and smooth the flow of traffic to improve travel times, making journeys more reliable, support the economy and facilitate economic growth within the region. The M6 between junctions 21a and 26 is a key strategic route carrying around 120,000 vehicles daily between Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester. After about 400 A.D., the Roman road fell into disuse, and during the Middle Ages a much more tortuous route north came into use, going through Kendal and over Shap Fells. YWZkMWFiNjZhYzBlYmU0YWZmOGQ1NGM4MzA2ZmZiNTQ1YjgwOGNkOTQ0NmFl We are now also carrying out other works including manhole strengthening, mine treatment works and test piling overnight in the same area. HQDC : 13.1 km. Over recent months weve been working around the clock to install new drainage and the bases for CCTV and gantries. Usage, at about 50,000 vehicles, was lower than expected and traffic levels on the M6 were only slightly reduced as a result. The plan is to reduce traffic congestion on three roads - the A460, A449 and A5. There is heavy traffic flow here and the merging of sliproads to the roundabout causes issues. MAP Brereton cum Smethwick, M6 Motorway Map near Brereton cum Smethwick. It would involve a number of tunnels, as well as a viaduct over the river Corrib. The M6 motorway is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom. Email: M6J21a-26SmartMotorway@highwaysengland.co.uk, Post: Agnes Usciak, Highways England, 2 Colmore Square, Birmingham, B4 6BN. Don't be duped - check the history first with the UK's most comprehensive car check. The signs can also be altered manually by Regional Operations Centre staff in the event of an accident or debris on the road. NGQxYWNiZjNjNGFmOGRhMmQ5NGUxNzMxMDIyYjViNmQwN2YxZjkxYjcyMTFj [14], The section of the M6 that runs over Shap Fell in Cumbria at Shap Summit is 1,036ft (316m) above sea level, one of the highest points on any motorway in the UK (Junction 22 of the M62 on Saddleworth Moor is higher). Wed like to take this opportunity to thank customers for their continued patience as we work to deliver the scheme. 1293: M6 Birmingham To Carlisle Motorway (at Haighton) Special Roads Scheme 1997 Transfer Order 1997, Statutory Instrument 1998 No. Installing these measures allows us to keep the traffic flowing in both directions, maintain capacity, while still allowing us the safe space we need to work. [25] The project, which was a mixture of new road and upgrade of the existing A74, crosses the West Coast Main Line and had an estimated costs of 174million. However, we understand that this does still impact drivers and residents, especially those who live close to the motorway and along diversion routes. [3] After the latter two cities it passes through Cumbria with some parts very close to the edge of the Lake District with a short stretch within the national park boundaries and then passes Carlisle on its way to Gretna,[4] before the motorway becomes the A74(M) a few hundred metres short of the Scottish border. NGQ2MWRiYzNjOTQ3NWU3NTBlZDcwNjJjZDNhOGE0ZTJiODY3MWQxNzJlMTQw And why, more than twenty years after it started, are we still using it? Alternatively, you can complete the consultation response form (located in Appendix B of the Consultation Document) and return it to us by email or by post using the addresses below. [2] The M6 then heads north past Wigan, Preston and Lancaster. Map of M6 motorway The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby via Birmingham then heads north, passing Stoke-on-Trent, Liverpool, Manchester, Preston, Lancaster, Carlisle and terminating at the Gretna junction (J45). Read more about our response to COVID-19. Smart motorways are a technology-driven approach to tackling the most congested parts of the motorway network, improving journey reliability by controlling the flow and speed of traffic. Where would we be without the M6? Symbols and conventions are explained in the key to exit lists. We'll come to you at home or work. YmJjZDZjZTBhYWI0ZDJlZTVlZTEzODE2ZTAwODMwYTEwZDliYmYxNzUzNzI4 Operations centre staff can close a lane to protect a live lane breakdown and to create a path for emergency service vehicles to access the incident. The northbound entry slip road at Lancaster (Junction 34) was unusually short, presenting problems for traffic joining the motorway. Earlier this month we began our work installing gantries between junction 23 (Haydock) and junction 26 (Orrell) of the M6. We're back, after a brief hiatus, with news of recent developments and exciting things to come. [38][39] In July 2006, the government announced its decision to abandon the Expressway proposal, and favoured widening accompanied by demand-management measures,[31] and launched a study to consider options for providing additional capacity. Automobile Association Developments Ltd. 2018 . 1 star only, Operator: Map of Services on the M6 (England) - Motorway Services, Map:M6 (England) | service station info Motorway Services Online Map of Services on the M6 (England) There are 19 official services on the M6 (England) route, each of which is marked on the map below. MAP M6 junction: J45 Northbound exit: Gretna / Longtown | | Southbound exit: Gretna / Longtown Food (8) | Petrol (1) | Lodging (8) MAP M6 junction: J44 Northbound exit: Carlisle (N) | | Southbound exit: Carlisle (N) The latest design document is here - Doughiska is on page 11. "An Bord Pleanla has approved a multi-million euro road project, aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in Galway City. M74 and A74(M), All The interchange was opened on 24 May 1972. In the audio clip included with that article, he points out that BusConnects (a project to improve bus facilities in the city), numerous cycling projects and rail upgrades are also planned for the city. Comments, questions, errors, omissions, cash donationsget in touch! The N6 Ring Road plan follows a failed attempt to construct a by-pass of Galway city more than a decade ago. Please note that that the A49 Warrington Road at Worsley Menses in Wigan will be closed overnight from the 7 June for five nights. Between junctions 24 and 26, weve finished replacing all the deep drainage and the surface water drainage in the central reservation. Part of it was also Britain's first. The route was originally intended to replace the old A6, which it does along the northern section starting with the Preston Bypass. Work on completing the new M6 alignment of the N6 was finally brought to a close on 13th December 2009. Up to 65% off with 9+ years no claims discount. [43] The stretch between junctions 16 and 19 started construction in December 2015[44] and was completed in March 2019[45] while construction on the stretch between junctions 13 and 15 commenced in March 2018[46] and was completed in August 2022. M6 junction 21a to 26 smart motorway We're improving the 10-mile section of the M6 between junctions 21a and 26 by upgrading it to an 'all-lane running' smart motorway. Eventually with the coming of mass motoring it was decided that a new road was needed. The RTE article states that Galway City Council intend to submit planning documents early next year before moving to construction in 2017. The 20-mile stretch of motorway between junctions 16 and 19 of the M6 is considered an accident blackspot. To remove the barrier safely, overnight lane closures will be in place between 9pm and 6am. If this was followed, the road would open by 2020. The aim is to reduce congestion and queues. The dates given on these Statutory Instruments relate to when the document was published, and not when the road was built. There is however some work that we can only do at night time which cannot be carried out safely with traffic using the road. The Board will now re-examine the planning application in the light of the Climate Plan. Our work sites will close from Monday 20 December, before returning on Tuesday 4 January 2022. Tapping each icon will reveal more details, with a link to a detailed database page.If the map doesn't load properly, try refreshing this page. Weve listened to the feedback from our customers, and as a result the work will be done in phases, starting from junction 24 to junction 26. Visit our M6 junction 21a to 26 feedback tool to have your say. In 1970, the LancasterPenrith link was completed, along with a short section of motorway by-passing the south of Walsall. You can click any junction to see its full details. Monday 30 January, Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 February, 9pm to 6am, M6 junction 26 to 23 southbound. Y2I3OTIyODFjMDI0Yzk1NjM1YWY5YmFlYjZmZGI3NDY2NDdlYzk3OWI4YmQ1 Surely the new junction with the Tuam Road will now mean that a Claregalway bypass will be essential, since no traffic in the city centre or west of Doughiska will use the M17 to get to Tuam. The location of Service Areas was treated as an environmental as well as an amenity matter. We will then move on to remove the existing signs and start to prepare the bases for the new signs. The West Coast main railway line runs alongside the M6 for much of its length. This is subject to traffic flows, and will only be installed when this is at a minimum. 1966 saw junction 11 to 13 completed.1968 saw the completion of the Walsall to Stafford link as well as the Penrith by-pass some 150 miles (240km) north in Cumberland. The intention is to turn this section of the M6 to a smart motorway, by 2019. This will include narrowed lanes with a reduced speed limit. The M6 Going through the Lune Gorge.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'visitcumbria_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_2',320,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-visitcumbria_com-medrectangle-3-0');On 5th December 1958, Preston became the site of Britains first motorway in the form of the Preston Bypass, and was opened by the then Prime Minister Harold Macmillan. The M6 Motorway crosses 9 counties. To reduce the impact on road users we will be installing 5 miles of narrow lanes only between junctions 24 and 26 whilst we carry out our works in this area. Nearby residents may also notice some vibrations from our work at these times. CCTV and a free recovery service will be available for the safety of motorists travelling through the area. The overnight closures, between 9pm and 6am, will be in place on the following dates:Monday 20 September - M6 southbound junctions 24 to 23Tuesday 21 September - M6 northbound junctions 23 to 24Wednesday 22 September - M6 southbound junctions 23 to 22Thursday 23 September - M6 northbound junctions 22 to 23Friday 24 September - M6 southbound junctions 22 to 21aMonday 27 September - M6 northbound junctions 21a to 22. Were planning the following overnight closures: Keep an eye on ourdaily closuresand ourregional Twitter pagefor the latest information. Athlone was bypassed with a cheap grade-separated dual carriageway way back in June 1991, replacing a detour through the town's winding streets. 5 stars only This includes removing old signage and lighting, improving drainage and installing a new central concrete safety barrier. Viewed from above it looks like a criss-cross of roads and interchanges. Junction 8a: Oxford via the A40 and Aylesbury via the A418. Work to remove the street lights is planned from the 10 May for around three weeks. [28][failed verification][citation needed] Much traffic continues to use the M6 or the continued on the M1 and took the A50 or A52. During this period the speed restrictions, narrow lanes and temporary barriers will remain in place for your safety and that of other road users. MGQzNTUyNjY2ZTExNGY1OTk0NGZlZTNjYmM1YzM0ZDRjZjNhMjcwNjZhNWI0 We will take steps to minimise any overnight disturbance and carry out as much work as possible during the day. Facilities and staff, Hide A-road services Show my current location, Include: postcode EV charging points Outdoor Space (beta) When closures are required details will be advertised on Traffic England, sent to stakeholders via email and hard signage will be placed on the affected section of road at least 14 days in advance. When moving the traffic management, nearby residents may notice more noise in the area than normal. On the elevated ground between Shap and Tebay, the north and south-bound carriages split apart. The closures will be in place on the following dates: We plan to have the closures in place between 9pm and 6am. Last week we went looking for some of the places pictured in the 1938 road-themed card game Belisha. For the safety of road users and our operatives, we need to carry out a series of overnight closures as we continue to deliver this essential work. Log in to view and manage your RAC Car and Home Insurance policy anytime, anywhere. Convenience The first motorway in Britain was the Preston Bypass, which was then incorporated into the M6 when construction was continued. At least 3 stars Construction will inevitably have some impact on road users, the local community and businesses. You can subscribe for alerts for when we update this webpage. OWU3NWFkMzRjOTM5OTMzNmIzMDE5ZWE4MmFiMjY5NzJkZTEyNTE5YTNiMTQz It is junction 6 of the M6 motorway where it meets the A38 (M) Aston Expressway in the Gravelly Hill area of Birmingham. ], Once all sections of the motorway were constructed, and it was finally all linked together, the result was an uninterrupted motorway length of 230 miles (370km).