Download Festival Traffic Prompts Temporary Road Closures Leicestershire

Several road closures and traffic management measures are currently in effect across different parts of the UK to facilitate roadworks and manage event-related congestion. In Dorset, Came View Road will be closed from June 19 to July 2 for surface dressing works, with parking restrictions and temporary clearways in place, and a second closure expected for surface sealing. Bolton's Walker Fold Road is also closed until June 13 for highway repair and maintenance works, specifically gas works, with partial openings during peak hours and no access to the Woodland Trust car park. Meanwhile, in Leicestershire, temporary road closures and speed limits have been implemented to reduce the impact of Download festival traffic on residential areas near Donington Park, where up to 75,000 rock fans are expected; authorities are urging use of public transport and managing routes to avoid residential disruption. These measures reflect efforts to balance infrastructure maintenance and public event management while minimizing inconvenience to residents and travelers.