M6 Closed in Both Directions between Penrith and Carlisle

The M6, North of Penrith, between junctions 41 and 42 is closed in both directions following a collision which has resulted in a HGV overturning. 

The HGV travelling southbound has crossed through the central reservation on to the northbound carriageway and overturned.

Cumbria Police, Cumbria Fire & Rescue and North West Ambulance Services are on the scene. National Highways Traffic Officers and contractors are on site. 

Cumbria Police were contacted at 3:43am today with a report of a collision involving a HGV and a Vauxhall Corsa.

There are no serious injuries reported, however the closure will be in place for some time as the HGV is recovered. 

National Highways are anticipating the road will remain closed until approximately 2pm today.

Motorists, where possible, are asked to avoid the area and allow extra time for any journey.

Diversion Routes

Road users travelling southbound are advised to follow the solid square symbol on road signs:

• Exit the M6 southbound at J42 and at the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A6.
• Follow the A6 through Low/High Hesket and Plumpton to the Stoneybeck roundabout with the B5305.
• At the roundabout take the 4th exit onto the B5305.
• Continue on the B5305 back to the M6 J41 and at the roundabout take the 1st exit to rejoin the M6 southbound to continue your journey.  

Road users travelling northbound are advised to follow the solid triangle symbol on road signs:

• Exit the M6 northbound at J41 and take the 4th exit onto the B5305 eastbound.
• Follow the B5305 eastbound to the Stoneybeck roundabout and take the 1st exit onto the A6. 
• Continue on the A6 through Plumpton and High/Low Heskett back to the M6 J42 roundabout.
• Take the 4th exit back onto the M6 northbound to continue your journey.