Five busy roads near Norwich will face a slew of closures next month to replace a badly worn-out road surface. 

Work will begin on October 2 at the junction of Drayton High Road, including sections of Low Road, Costessey Lane and Taverham Road.

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The works, which will cost £77,000, will replace the existing worn-out road surface and are expected to take five nights to complete.

The resurfacing will be taking place overnight between the hours of 7pm and 6am and roads will be opened under a temporary 20mph speed limit during the day.

Eastern Daily Press: Five roads in Drayton will be closed at the beginning of next monthFive roads in Drayton will be closed at the beginning of next month (Image: Google Maps)

Overnight road closures will be in place in Drayton High Road between Taverham Road and Low Road, School Road at its junction with Drayton High Road and Taverham Road at its junction with Drayton High Road.

Low Road at its junction with Drayton High Road will also be closed overnight as well as Costessey Lane at its junction with Drayton High Road.

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Signed diversions will be in place and all bus routes will remain operational outside of the night working hours.

Vehicle and pedestrian access to properties will be maintained as much as possible but there may be delays.