Traffic warnings in place ahead of Royal International Air Tattoo
The annual event is due to take place this weekend in Gloucestershire
Traffic warnings are in place ahead of this weekend's Royal International Air Tattoo - which could see up to 200,000 people arrive in Gloucestershire.
The annual event taking place at RAF Fairford will be open from 730am on Friday, closing its doors for the year at 730pm on Sunday.
Large volumes of cars are expected to be high along the A417 and A419 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday - particularly around Cirencester and Cricklade.
The M5 junction 11A and M4 junction 15, may also be busy as people make their way to the event.
National Highways is advising motorists to plan their journeys and follow route signage and messaging.
Kathryn Wiltshire, South West Network Planner for National Highways, said: “The network is likely to see higher traffic volumes and the Fairford event is expected to see increased volumes on the A417 and A419, and potentially increased traffic around M4 junction 15 and M5 junction 11A.
“Our aim is to keep the National Highways network running while keeping all road users safe and informed, and we’re advising all drivers to check our traffic and travel information channels, to plan ahead and allow plenty of time for their journeys.”
In the meantime, drivers can obtain up-to-the-minute travel information on local radio, via Twitter @HighwaysSWEST, by phoning the National Highways Information Line on 0300 123 5000 or by accessing the website: www.trafficengland.com