UPDATED: School coach with 29 children on board involved in A36 crash
The accident happened near the Ower Roundabout at Junction 2 of the M27
Last updated 25th Sep 2025
Part of the A36 near Ower in Hampshire's been closed after a crash involving a school coach with 29 children on board.
Hampshire Police say it was travelling from the Bristol area when it left the southbound carriageway near the Ower Roundabout at Junction 2 of the M27.
The coach ended up in a ditch.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said:
"We understand that there were 33 passengers on board, 29 schoolchildren who were uninjured and four teachers, one of whom had a minor leg injury treated at the scene. The school is aware of the incident and all parents have been contacted.
"The driver sustained minor injuries.
"Emergency services are in attendance to facilitate the recovery of the vehicle. It is anticipated that the southbound carriageway will be closed for a number of hours this morning while this work takes place.
"We would ask motorists to avoid the area if possible and thank everyone for their patience while we deal with the vehicle recovery and continue our enquiries."