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Important roadworks information - M11 northbound and southbound between junctions 7 and 10 resurfacing

Posted in News on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026

Drivers using the M11 should be aware that emergency resurfacing work is continuing on another section of the motorway, with overnight closures planned between junctions 7 and 10 throughout June. 

According to National Highways, the road surface along this stretch has become worn and damaged in several areas, with cracks, grooves and loose material developing across multiple lanes. To address these issues, crews will carry out resurfacing work, refresh road markings and replace worn road studs, commonly known as cat’s eyes. 

The work is scheduled to take place over seven weeknight evenings, beginning on Wednesday 3 June 2026. Working hours will be from 9pm until 5am, weather permitting. 

National Highways has apologised for the short notice, explaining that operational challenges had delayed the continuation of the emergency repairs. The organisation says completing the work now will help improve road conditions and provide safer, smoother journeys for motorists. 

The scheme forms part of a wider programme of essential resurfacing works being carried out along the M11 corridor. Further information on future closures and diversion routes is expected to be released once plans have been confirmed. 

Closure Dates and Diversion Routes 

To allow the work to be carried out safely, overnight closures will be in place on the M11 between junctions 7 and 10. 

M11 Northbound: Junctions 7 to 8 (Birchanger Green Interchange) 

Dates: Wednesday 3 June and Thursday 4 June 2026 (two nights) 
Times: 9pm to 5am 

Drivers travelling northbound should: 

Exit the M11 at Junction 7 (Harlow) 
Follow the A414, A1184 and A120 
Rejoin the M11 at Junction 8 (Birchanger Green) 

M11 Northbound: Junctions 8 to 10 

Dates: Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 June 2026 (two nights) 
Times: 9pm to 5am 

Drivers travelling northbound should: 

Follow the A120 westbound 
Continue on the A10 northbound 
Take the A505 eastbound 
Rejoin the M11 at Junction 10 

M11 Southbound: Junctions 10 to 8 

Dates: Wednesday 10 June to Friday 12 June 2026 (three nights) 
Times: 9pm to 5am 

Drivers travelling southbound should: 

Leave the M11 at Junction 10 
Follow the A505 
Continue on the A10 
Take the A120 
Rejoin the M11 at Junction 8 

Motorists are advised to allow extra time for their journeys during the overnight closures and follow the signed diversion routes. 

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Further information about the M11 Junction 6 to 13 maintenance programme can be found on National Highways' dedicated project webpage. 

National Highways also provides updates on road improvement projects taking place across the East of England through its website. 
 

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