Drivers and road users have been warned not to be on the roads this week as Britain braces for chaos. Experts have urged motorists, drivers and road users across the nation to “be ready to wait in lengthy queues” over the forthcoming Bank Holiday weekend.
Drivers Advised to Avoid Peak Travel Times During Busy Bank Holiday Weekend
Drivers have been advised not to drive during specific hours of the day during the weekend. National Highways is scheduled to lift 500 miles of roadworks this week, and the RAC predicts that Saturday, August 24, will be the busiest day on the roads, as reported by the Birmingham Live.
3.7 million entrance trips are anticipated as drivers attempt to get away for the long weekend from Friday to Monday. This surpasses the 3.2 million trips planned for Friday, 3.1 million for Sunday, and 3 million for Bank Holiday Monday.
6.2 million journeys are scheduled to occur during the three-day holiday. The RAC and transport experts Inrix have advised drivers to prepare for delays on Friday and Saturday and to stay off the roads at all costs between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Travel Tips for the Bank Holiday Weekend
The optimum times to travel for those wishing to get away are after 6 p.m. on Friday evening, when commuting traffic has subsided, and right after the lunchtime rush at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Alice Simpson, spokesperson for RAC Breakdown, stated: “It’s important everyone ensures their vehicle is in good condition to avoid facing an unwanted breakdown.
“Whether you’re off to a festival, the coast or a theme park or meeting up with friends and family elsewhere, the usual trusted advice applies: leave as early as you can to avoid the jams or be prepared to sit in some lengthy queues.”
Doug Bannister, chief executive of the Port of Dover, cautioned: “Travellers going through the port this summer may notice the works underway to prepare for the introduction of the EU’s new Entry / Exit system, due to go live in November.”
Dale Hipkiss, national network manager at National Highways, stated: “We anticipate the roads will be busier than usual and are reminding people to check before they travel and leave plenty of extra time. Seaside resorts, airports and theme parks are likely to be amongst some of the most popular destinations, along with attractions such as Leeds Festival, and routes in Kent will also be busier as people head to Europe via the ports for some last-minute sun.”