Media notification: Traffic management during Wickham Horse Fair - 20 May 2025

Temporary traffic management arrangements will be in place during the Wickham Horse Fair which will be held on Tuesday 20 May, 2025

May 14 2025

The A334 and The Square in Wickham will be temporarily closed to ensure the event runs smoothly and safely.

Road users who do not live in the area are advised to consider alternative routes around Wickham while the restrictions are in place.

Road closures:

  • Wickham Square will be temporarily closed to traffic from Monday 19 May and will re-open on Wednesday 21 May at 10am.
  • The A334 will be closed between the traffic signals at Blind Lane and the roundabout junction at the A32 from 5am to 8pm, Tuesday 20 May.
  • Signed diversions will be in place and access for emergency vehicles will be facilitated at all times.

Temporary bus stops:
To avoid the closure of the A334 on Tuesday 20 May, buses have been advised of a diversion route using Forest Road, Bishops Wood Road and the A32.
Temporary bus stops will be set up on the A32 near the junction with Wyckham Field and just south of the Roundabout on the A32 Hoads Hill. 
Bus companies are responsible for informing their customers of any changes to their service.

Traffic enquiries:
For enquiries relating to traffic or highway matters during the event, please contact Hampshire County Council via www.hants.gov.uk/transport/highways/report-a-problem/roads.
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