Traffic on the A1 near Great Ponton was halted in both directions on Saturday after a collision that officers say involved a car and a motorbike. The carriageway was reported blocked between the B1174 Grantham South / Little Ponton junction and Heath Lane, close to the Boothby Pagnell turn-off.
Emergency response and on-the-ground picture
Lincolnshire Police, Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue and the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance attended the scene during the morning response. National Highways provided updates indicating that the air ambulance later left the scene; the force said further updates would be provided as enquiries continued.
Photographs from the scene showed emergency vehicles and crews working at the B1174 junction while the road remained closed. No details have been released about the condition of any occupants or the number of people involved.
Road closure, impact and advice
The closure on one of the county's key routes caused disruption for drivers heading to and from the Grantham area. Motorists have been advised to avoid the area while recovery and any investigation work is carried out.
- Location: A1 at Great Ponton, between B1174 Grantham South / Little Ponton junction and Heath Lane
- Reported vehicles involved: car and motorbike
- Agencies attending: Lincolnshire Police; Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue; Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance; National Highways
- Public guidance: avoid the area; expect significant delays
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Saturday morning | Collision reported; road closed both directions |
| 12:10pm (update) | National Highways reported air ambulance had left the area |
For local drivers this means plan for delays if your journey uses the A1. Diversions and local routes are likely to be busier than usual while emergency and recovery work continues.
What we know and what's outstanding
At present the police have not released details on the condition of anyone involved, and no further casualty information has been published. National Highways and emergency services typically update the public when road clearances are completed or when investigations conclude; we will bring any new information as it becomes available.
If you were travelling in the area and witnessed the collision, or have dash-cam footage that could assist officers, please contact Lincolnshire Police via their non-emergency channels so enquiries can progress.
We will update this report when the road reopens or when official statements with further detail are issued.
