London Road in Hildenborough closed after two-vehicle crash
Kent Fire and Rescue Service has closed London Road in Hildenborough in both directions following a two-vehicle collision, with two fire engines and a height vehicle in attendance and the public advised to avoid the area.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service closed London Road in Hildenborough after a two-vehicle collision, with crews asking the public to avoid the area while emergency services respond. According to the service’s incident page, crews are also assisting South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) at the scene.
Traffic monitoring service Inrix reported the road blocked in both directions between Mill Lane and Foxbush. London Road runs between Tonbridge and Sevenoaks and is regularly used as an alternative to the A21. No information on injuries or casualties had been confirmed at the time of publication.
Drivers are advised to use the A21 Tonbridge bypass or allow additional time for journeys along the Tonbridge–Sevenoaks corridor while the closure remains in place.
Key information
- Avoid London Road, Hildenborough in both directions between Mill Lane and Foxbush until further notice from Kent Fire and Rescue Service.
- Alternative route: The A21 Tonbridge bypass is the primary diversion for drivers travelling between Tonbridge and Sevenoaks.
- Updates: Kent Fire and Rescue Service publishes incident updates, including road reopening notices, on its official incident page.
Source: @kentfirerescue
Published: 18 July 2026