A number of planned roadworks and closures are taking place across Norfolk this week that are expected to cause delays for motorists.

Key roads including the A11 will remain affected by restrictions as major schemes continue into the coming weeks. 

Here are a number of roadworks that you should be aware of this week.

1. Longwater Lane, Costessey

Delays are likely in Longwater Lane from today (September 18) until Friday (September 22) as utility repair and maintenance works are carried out by UK Power Networks.

Traffic will be controlled with two-way lights. 

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An alternative route to and from Costessey or Norwich can be taken via Dereham Road or Townhouse Road.

2. A11 northbound

Today and tomorrow (September 19), Ellingham Road in Attleborough will be closed to the A47 Thickthorn between 8pm and 6am.

On Wednesday and Thursday, the A11 exit slip road at Tuttles Lane, Wymondham will be closed.

These closures come as part of the ongoing scheme to resurface the concrete road which is "making good progress" ahead of its expected completion date.

3. A11 southbound

Today and tomorrow, the A11 exit and entry slip roads at Tuttles Lane, Wymondham will be closed.

On Wednesday, the exit and entry slip road at Browick Road, Wymondham will be closed.

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On Thursday, the exit and entry slip road at Tuttles Lane, Wymondham will be closed.

4. Happisburgh Road, North Walsham

Following a single-lane restriction last week, a new utility connection in Happisburgh Road will necessitate a closure from The Close to Randell Close in North Walsham.

These works are being carried out by UK Power Networks which are expected to be completed by midnight on Friday.

5. A47 dualling

Work has begun to dual the A47 from Blofield to North Burlingham in east Norfolk. 

The project, which is due to last until September 2025, will see the road upgraded to become a dual-carriageway and will be carried out in phases.

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It is one of several such efforts to improve Norfolk's road, along with a similar one between Easton and Tuddenham west of Norwich.

Reduced speed limits will be in force at times, between the Cucumber roundabout, at Brundall, and Acle.

6. A143 Thetford

The A143 from Bury Road to Barnham Camp in Thetford will be closed from 8pm to 6am tonight.

The closure will allow Eclipse Power Networks to carry out work to create a new service connection in the area. 

Bus and coach services will be unable to serve any stops on Bury Road or Queensway and will be diverted through Elveden.