The usually busy North Bridge will be partially closed during the festive season, which may cause drivers some hassle. Since November 13, the bridge has been closed to  Northbound traffic, to allow refurbishment works to continue. The council have not yet said when this closure will come to an end, but have warned locals that works could continue to cause traffic restrictions until 2024.The usually busy North Bridge will be partially closed during the festive season, which may cause drivers some hassle. Since November 13, the bridge has been closed to  Northbound traffic, to allow refurbishment works to continue. The council have not yet said when this closure will come to an end, but have warned locals that works could continue to cause traffic restrictions until 2024.
The usually busy North Bridge will be partially closed during the festive season, which may cause drivers some hassle. Since November 13, the bridge has been closed to Northbound traffic, to allow refurbishment works to continue. The council have not yet said when this closure will come to an end, but have warned locals that works could continue to cause traffic restrictions until 2024.

Edinburgh roadworks: What roads will be closed in Edinburgh over Christmas?

Many Edinburgh locals will soon be driving home for Christmas, however, several roads will be closed in the capital over the festive season, which could catch drivers out.

Edinburgh Council has just released its latest roadworks report, which outlines what roads will be closed during the Christmas period and beyond.

Several major roads in the City Centre will be partially closed, due to Edinburgh Christmas events, Trams to Newhaven works and other refurbishment projects.

Here are the road closures that will be in place in Edinburgh over December and January.

Here are the road closures that will be in place in Edinburgh over December and January.

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