Drivers face major delays ahead of rush hour in Barnstaple today (April 8). The A361 is partially blocked in both directions, causing traffic chaos through the town.

There are reports of long delays on multiple roads through Barnstaple, including the A39, A361, Braunton Road and the Pilton Causeway, according to Google Maps. According to Devon and Cornwall Police, the source of the chaos is a broken down vehicle.

Traffic monitor Inrix reports: "A361 Taw Bridge in both directions partially blocked, queueing traffic due to accident near Sticklepath Junction. Accident reported on the southbound side."

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Daniel Clark

Police statement

It was a minor collision reported to us at around 3.35pm. Slight injuries reported.

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Avoid Taw Bridge

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Heavy traffic

A361 Taw Bridge in both directions partially blocked, heavy traffic due to accident near Sticklepath Junction. Congestion to North Road Hospital.

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Heavy congestion reported

A361 Taw Bridge in both directions partially blocked, queueing traffic due to accident near Sticklepath Junction. Congestion to North Road Hospital.

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Delays through town

Delays have been reported through Barnstaple after a crash near Taw Bridge (Image: Google Maps)
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Taw Bridge blocked in both directions

"A361 Taw Bridge in both directions blocked, queueing traffic due to accident near Sticklepath Junction. Accident reported on the southbound side."

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