Police and traffic authorities dealt with a collision on the A259 Buckle Bypass on Sunday afternoon that left the eastbound carriageway partially obstructed between Mill Drove and Marine Parade. The incident, first reported at about 2.30pm, affected traffic between Seaford and Newhaven, with queues extending towards Avis Road.
What happened and current situation
Initial reports indicated the road was closed eastbound at the Denton Corner roundabout, while westbound vehicles were able to pass. By mid-afternoon the carriageway remained partially blocked but delays on both approaches were easing as recovery and traffic officers worked at the scene.
"Partially blocked, queueing traffic and traffic problem on A27 westbound at Coldean Lane (Hollingbury / Ditchling junction)."
The AA also logged separate disruption on the A27 near Brighton, with westbound traffic reported to be running slowly at the Coldean Lane (Hollingbury / Ditchling) junction around 3pm.
Advice for drivers
- Expect delays if travelling between Seaford and Newhaven on the A259; allow extra journey time.
- Consider alternative routes where possible — local roads through Seaford and Newhaven may also be busier than usual.
- Follow directions from police and traffic officers at the scene and check updates from traffic monitoring services before setting out.
The partial closure on the A259 affected the stretch commonly used to access Newhaven port and local seafronts. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and to use navigation apps that show live traffic if their journey is time-sensitive.
| Time reported | Location | Current status |
|---|---|---|
| c. 14:30, Sunday | A259 Buckle Bypass (Mill Drove – Marine Parade) | Partially blocked; eastbound affected; delays easing |
| c. 15:00, Sunday | A27 westbound at Coldean Lane | Partially blocked / queueing traffic |
Sussex Police and traffic monitoring services provided the initial updates. There were no further details available about the cause of the collision or whether any injuries occurred at the time of the latest reports. Motorists should continue to monitor local traffic bulletins for any new information or road closures.
Further updates will be published as more information becomes available from emergency services and highway authorities.
