Traffic has been halted in both directions on the A21 in Tonbridge today (Saturday, October 26) as police respond to an ongoing incident. The closure has affected the stretch from Vauxhall Lane to A26 Quarry Hill Road, with heavy delays reported and queues building in both directions.
A spokesperson from National Highways confirmed that “the block on the A21 is now in both directions between the A26 Tonbridge and the A225 West Sevenoaks Weald for the ongoing police-led incident.” Authorities advise drivers to seek alternate routes while the closure is in place.
Delays are intensifying on the approach to the Sevenoaks Bypass and Vauxhall roundabouts, as the A21 remains shut from Sevenoaks Weald to Tonbridge in both directions. Alternative routes, such as the A2014 near Vauxhall Roundabout and London Road closer to the Weald, are suggested.
The A21 is closed from Sevenoaks Weald to the Vauxhall Roundabout in both directions due to the police incident. Drivers heading southbound are being directed to exit at the Sevenoaks Bypass roundabout, while those travelling northbound should exit at the Vauxhall Roundabout.
The exact nature of the incident has not been confirmed, but additional police and emergency services are reported to be on the scene. Drivers should check for real-time updates and consider alternative routes to avoid delays.
