Motorists were warned to avoid the A52 (Brian Clough Way) on Monday evening after the road was closed in both directions following an incident between Derby and Nottingham.
Location and disruption
Emergency services attended the stretch of the A52 between Spondon and the M1 island at Junction 25, leaving the road blocked eastbound and westbound. The closure was confirmed by Stapleford Fire Station in a social media update shortly after 8pm.
| Closed section | Landmarks |
|---|---|
| A52 (Brian Clough Way) | Spondon — M1 island (J25) |
Advice for drivers
Drivers travelling between Derby and Nottingham were told to expect delays on surrounding routes and to seek alternative travel options where possible. Road users are advised to:
- Avoid Brian Clough Way while emergency crews are in attendance.
- Allow extra time for journeys and use alternative cross-country routes where safe to do so.
- Check updates from local traffic monitoring services and the emergency services for developments.
What we know so far
At the time of the update, further details about the incident had not been released. The closure affected both directions of a major arterial link between Derby and Nottingham, likely causing knock-on congestion on neighbouring routes and at motorway junctions.
Stapleford Fire Station confirmed the closure via social media and emergency services remained at the scene as they worked to make the area safe and clear the carriageway.
How to get updates
Motorists should monitor local traffic alerts, official emergency services channels and the Highways England updates for confirmation of road reopening and any travel restrictions. InfoRadar will provide further information as it becomes available.
If you were affected by this closure and can provide verified information or images from the scene, please contact the newsroom so we can update readers with confirmed details.
