FIRESTONE Copse in Wootton is set to be temporarily closed for carriageway repairs.

The emergency closure will take place from 9.30am today (August 24) for up to five days between its junction with Kite Hill to its junction with Newnham Lane for a distance of 1,126 metres.

A diversion is in place affecting Kite Hill, Elenors Grove, Quarr Hill, Newnham Road, and Havenstreet Main Road. Diversion routes will be signed at the time of closure.

Anyone with queries regarding the closure should contact Island Roads on 01983 822440.