Abnormal loads to pass through Gloucestershire
Drivers are warned to expect delays
Gloucestershire Police will oversee the transportation of sizable abnormal loads, including a tracked excavator and hospital modular units, through the county over the next few days - and are warning drivers to be aware.
The first operation is scheduled for today (Thursday 12th February), involving a tracked excavator entering Gloucestershire around 9:30 am.
It will journey south on the M5, exiting at Junction 11A, and proceed along the A417 towards the Forest of Dean using A40, A4136, B4234, and B4226, ultimately arriving in Broadwell.
With a length of 24.10 meters, width of 4.36 meters, height of 4.95 meters, and weight of 114 tonnes, the excavator will be escorted by Gloucestershire Police.
Despite efforts to minimize traffic disruption, motorists are advised to either avoid the route or account for additional travel time.
Hospital Modular Units Journey
On Saturday 14th February 2026, Gloucestershire Police will escort hospital modular units from 9:30 am.
The units will depart from Mitcheldean, moving through the A4136 and A40, and joining the M5 at Junction 11 to travel northwards.
These modules measure 28 meters in length, 4.4 meters in width, 4.9 meters in height, and weigh 60 tonnes. The convoy will travel with police and self-escorted assistance, with similar advice to motorists to either bypass these roads at specified times or plan for possible delays.