UK Roads Brace for Heavy Traffic as Summer Holidays Begin

An estimated 13.8 million motorists expected to travel between Friday and Sunday, marking the second busiest summer weekend since 2015.

Friday is predicted to be the most congested with 3.2 million trips, followed by 3.6 million on Saturday and 2.9 million on Sunday.
Key congestion points include the M5 near Bristol, the M55 to Blackpool, and the A23 towards Brighton.
Drivers are advised to avoid peak travel times, particularly midday on Friday and Saturday, and late morning on Sunday.
Motorists should plan their journeys carefully, leave early if possible, and ensure their vehicles are in good condition to avoid breakdowns.
Navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze can help avoid traffic, but in-car satellite navigation should be updated and radio traffic updates monitored.