March 8, 2023 2.48 pm
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Long queues as A1 southbound remains blocked by overturned lorry
It will likely be closed southbound for numerous hours
A large heavy goods vehicle overturned on the A1 in Lincolnshire on Wednesday, prompting long delays on the major commuting road. | Photo: R.S. Mortiss
Emergency services are dealing with an overturned lorry which blocked the entire southbound carriageway of the A1 near Grantham.
The incident was reported to Lincolnshire Police at around midday on Wednesday.
Long delays being reported on the A1 between the B6326 near Newark-on-Trent and the B1174 near Grantham.
This was a result of a collision which saw a heavy goods vehicle overturn and block the southbound carriageway, as well as damaging the central barriers between northbound and southbound lanes.
Long queues were seen at the incident. | Photo: R.S. Mortiss
National Highways began clearing the traffic in the area from the back of the queue at around 2.30pm, with delays expected on the road until around 5.30pm this evening.
The road will remain closed southbound until the area is cleared and it is safe for vehicles to continue on the route, with highways thanking road users for their patience.
There have been no reports of injuries at the time of publication.
The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance was deployed to the scene, and eyewitnesses say it left without a patient inside.
| Photo: R.S. Mortiss
Diversion Route
Road users are advised to follow the Hollow Diamond diversion symbol on road signs.
Exit the A1 southbound at the A46/A17 Newark Junction and turn left onto the A46 (south) heading towards the A1/A46 Brownhills roundabout.
Continue straight over at the roundabout and travel along the A46 to A46/A617/A616 Cattle Market roundabout.
Continue straight over the roundabout along the A46 until Farndon roundabout, then turn right and travel along the A46 through the villages of Farndon and East Stoke until the A46/A6097 Margidunum roundabout.
Continue straight over at the roundabout (high loads are circumvented through Bingham), until the A46/A52 Saxondale Island.
Turn left (east) onto the A52 and continue for approximately 19km until the A52/A1 Barrowby southbound junction then re-join the A1 southbound.
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Residents, visitors, and traders have expressed their disappointment following the cancellation of the beloved Lincoln Christmas Market, on what would have been the inaugural day of this year’s four-day event.
Although the poor weather might have deterred some people, the city’s Bailgate area was notably quiet around 12pm on Thursday, typically the time the event usually opens its doors.
Although Lincoln’s famous Christmas Market is no more this year, and won’t be opening today, there are still alternative festive events happening in Lincoln.
City of Lincoln Council’s decision to cancel the 40-year-old event over safety concerns prompted backlash from people and business but, despite pleas from opposition members, its leaders would not change their stance.
There are, however, still some events in Lincoln to get you in the festive mood this week, including these highlights:
Christmas Market at County Assembly Rooms
The County Assembly Rooms in the Bailgate will still hold its own Christmas Market that it has done for many years.
Manager Gill Hunter said stallholders had already pre-booked and 70% still wanted to do it despite the cancellation of the city’s 40-year-old Christmas Market in uphill Lincoln.
There will be a range of festive stalls, food, drinks and performers when it opens at the following times:
Thursday, December 7 (4pm-9pm)
Friday, December 8 (10am-9pm)
Saturday, December 9 (10am-9pm)
Sunday, December 10 (10am-7pm)
This coincides with the free parking at selected city council car parks in uphill Lincoln on Thursday and Friday. This is available at these car parks: Westgate 1,2,3, St Pauls, Castle Hill, The Lawn, and Langworthgate
The bar at The County Assembly Rooms will be serving hot chocolate, festive sandwiches, alcoholic beverages and more. There will also be a brewery selling bottle ale and roasted hot chestnuts will also be available to buy.
Lincoln Castle Illuminated
Lincoln Castle Illuminated will run from Friday, December 8 until Saturday, December 23.
The Castle grounds will be bejewelled with festive lights and illuminated Christmas features. You can take a drip down Candy Cane Lane and also see the resident Castle dragons Lucy and Norman.
The Castle has retained its popular Illuminated Wall Walk, but the lift is currently out of action so it can only be accessed via the spiral staircase.
You can also board the ‘Mini Polar Express’ and enjoy traditional fairground rides.
In addition, there will be local vendors offering sweet treats and winter warmers, including hot chocolate and mulled wine.
Dog friendly evenings will take place on December 13 and 20.
The full Lincoln Castle Illuminated experience costs £11 for adults, £10 for concessions, £6 for children, and £28 for family tickets. Alternatively, you can choose to visit the grounds only for £3 per head (free for under 5s).
Festive fun at Lincoln Cathedral
Lincoln Cathedral will be hosting an array of festive events this month, including during what would have been the Christmas Market period.
Crafters market in the Cloisters – December 8 and 9 (10.30am-4.30pm)
Nativity Crafts – December 9 (10am-3.30pm)
London Concertante: Christmas at the Movies – December 9 (7.30pm). Ticket prices range from £33.99 to £47.72
‘After Hours’: Walking towards Christmas – December 10 (6.45pm)
Winter Market at Lincoln Museum
Lincoln Museum on Danes Terrace is holding a Winter Market on Saturday, December 9, which has been organised by Shelf Editions.
There will also be workshops to take part in including metal wreath (£45) and felt decoration (£15) making, which can be booked via the museum’s website.
For the younger visitors there is also a free drop-in Calendar wreath craft session with the Elbow Room Collective.
Entry to the market is free from 10am-4pm with the cafe serving a festive menu from 11am-3pm.
Lincoln Ice Trail
Lincoln Ice Trail will run from 10am-8pm on Saturday and Sunday, December 9 and 10.
There will be 20 Lincoln-themed ice sculptures to find – you can pick up a map of the trail from the Visitor Information Centre.
In addition, there will be festive entertainment, as well as live-ice carving demonstrations of the Cathedral.
The Travelling Historical Christmas Market
Although this event is next week, The Travelling Historical Christmas Market offers another festive alternative for people in Lincoln.
The free event will take place at St Mary le Wigford Church on St Mary’s Street between December 14 and 17 at the following times:
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