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Lane closures and speed limits in place on A249 Detling Hill for Kent County Show

The Kent County Show returns to the Kent Showground in Detling today.

Thousands are expected to visit across the weekend, with more than 300 competitions, activities and displays set to take place.

To prepare for the influx of visitors, lane closures and speed limits are being imposed for today, tomorrow and Sunday.

The Kent County Show (2654222)
The Kent County Show (2654222)

In the mornings, there will be a lane closure on the southbound A249 and temporary traffic lights on the northbound carriageway, allowing traffic to safely turn right into the showground.

In the evenings, temporary traffic lights are being placed at the showground's main and field gate exit.

As visitors leave Detling, the traffic lights at Stockbury roundabout on the M2 will be switched off.

A 50mph speed limit will be in place along the A249 throughout the event and crossover closures will also be in place.

The county show is open from 8am to 6pm every day and boasts more than 400 exhibitors and trade stands showing off the best Kent has to offer.

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