A ROAD is set to close to drivers for nearly two weeks.

Beginning on Monday October 3, John Street in Brightlingsea will be closing from its junction with High Street to its junction with Margaret Close.

The closure is set to last for 12 days and is required for the safety of the public and workforce while cable works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.

An alternative route is available via High Street, Richard Avenue, Edward Avenue, John Street and vice versa.