A ROAD closure is set to cause traffic delays in Winchester city centre this Thursday on the day of a Royal visit.

The closure of Jewry Street at the top of St George's Street will be implemented before Prince Charles unveils the statue of Licoricia of Winchester outside the Arc, formerly the Discovery Centre, on Thursday February 10.

The closure will run from 9.30am to 4pm.

On St George's Street, one lane will be closed to traffic turning right at the junction with Jewry Street. However, traffic will be able to turn left at the junction towards the High Street.

Jewry Street will be fully closed, while Tower Street will be closed between the junctions of Jewry Street and Tower Road.

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Access to an exit from Tower Street Car Park will still be possible from the entrance and exit on Sussex Street and Tower Street.

St George's Street is the main artery through the city centre and the closure will lead to more traffic backing down towards Upper Brook Street and Friarsgate.

It is to be expected that the city will be busier than usual, with barriers in place to close the streets to traffic and keep pedestrians safe.

Public transport is advised to those coming into the city, with Park and Ride car parks (South, Barfield and St Catherine’s) fully available.

People living locally are advised to walk or cycle around the city wherever possible.

 

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