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Notice of lane closure, A361, Chipping Warden January 2026 UPDATE

Work item: HS2-EKFB-25-1514

Work Item Summary

Project Phase
Phase 1
Region
Northamptonshire
Location
A361
Contractor
EKFB JV
Type of works
Lane closure
Estimated Start Date
16/01/2026
Estimated End Date
26/01/2026

What we are doing

We will be completing minor highway works following the recent safety inspection.

Location

A361, Chipping Warden bypass

Duration

​​8pm Friday 16 January to 6am Monday 19 January 2026, 24 hours. 

(Updated 8 January 2026)

If we are unable to complete these works due to poor weather or programme delay, we will use the below contingency dates:

8pm Friday 23 January to 6am Monday 26 January 2026, 24 hours. 

 What to expect

  • 2-way temporary traffic lights for a lane closure on the roundabout near Chipping Warden.
  • Closure of a section of the old A361 between the roundabouts.
  • Night works, involving additional lighting and some noise from use of machinery.

HS2 is undergoing a comprehensive reset to ensure it can be built efficiently and for the lowest reasonable cost. This work is being carried out in stages and will be completed in 2026. We will provide you with updates on the reset and what this means for our plans to build the railway in your area.

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Find out more about

If you have a question about HS2 or our works, please contact our HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email [email protected]