The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster this evening, with motorists advised to use the A417 or A4110 as a diversion.

The closure is in place between the junction for the A417 (Bodenham / Gloucester) and Wellington.

Road closed signs are in place near the Starting Gate in Hereford but motorists can access areas such as Lyde and Moreton-on-Lugg. 

The road closure is in place between 9pm-6am and is likely to be in place overnight for the rest of the week.

National Highways says that Inspection/Survey work is taking place between Hope-under-Dinmore and Wellington.