Alkham Valley Road is shut between the Slip Lane junction and the Standen Lane junction due to high water levels and pot holes.

Dover District Council (DDC) tweeted the message last night to residents: "We've been advised by @KentHighways that Alkham Valley Road is being closed due to flooding and serious pot holing in the village of Alkham."

Kent County Council (KCC) Highways also tweeted: "Alkham, Alkham Valley Road: Remains closed between Standen Lane & Slip Lane due to flooding and carriageway damage. Please do not remove signage."

Kent Police also reinstated the message: "Please be aware of temporary road closures in flood areas. Some motorists have ignored the signs!"