ALERT: A274 Biddenden Road Closed for Emergency Water Repair Works

The A274 Biddenden Road in Headcorn is closed due to emergency burst mains repair works being carried out by South East Water.

A section of the A274 Biddenden Road near The Old Dairy in Headcorn is currently closed to allow South East Water to carry out urgent burst mains repair works. The closure affects through traffic on this key route and is expected to remain in place until 20th March 2026.

The closure is necessary to enable engineers to safely access and repair the damaged water mains. Traffic diversions have been put in place to guide vehicles around the affected area, though drivers should anticipate significant delays during peak times.

Residents and commuters travelling through Headcorn are strongly advised to allow extra time for journeys and consider using alternative routes where possible. Signed diversion routes are displayed at the closure points to direct traffic safely around the works. Pedestrian access may be affected in the immediate vicinity of the repair works.

For further information or updates regarding these emergency repair works, residents can contact South East Water directly or monitor local traffic information services throughout the duration of the closure.