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M62 - Your Local History
A lot of finds were uncovered during the archaeological evaluation carried out for the M62 Junction 6 Improvement scheme so we thought it would be nice to provide an interactive website so you can see what we found.
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Better information for your journey
The National Traffic Control Centre collects real-time information on road conditions
Quick Links
Don't Cross or Walk Along Motorways
The Highways Agency aims to make more people aware of the dangers of walking or crossing our motorway. We have launched a poster and radio campaign aimed at 16-25yr olds. Hopefully with our hard hitting posters, our message will come across.
Educating tomorrow's drivers
See how we are driving through key messages about safety on our network for the drivers of tomorrow.
Meet the Ancestors
Find out about the history of roads and the work the Agency does to preserve archaeological remains.
See when traffic will be lightest
Our traffic forecaster can help get you there quicker
Before you travel
Check your route:
- A road atlas
- The Transport Direct online journey planner at: http://www.transportdirect.info/
Check the latest traffic conditions:
- Live updates at: http://www.highways.gov.uk/traffic
- Traffic England automated telephone line.
- Traffic Radio on DAB digital radio and at: http://www.trafficradio.org.uk/
- TV text services such as Ceefax, BBCi and Teletext.
We have a number of leaflets available to inform you about planned roadworks in your region. You can obtain them by calling our information line.
Check the weather forecast:
Severe weather events that are likely to disrupt roads and motorways will be highlighted on the home page of our website at: http://www.highways.gov.uk
You can also use the Met Office website at: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk for weather forecasts.
And remember
- Plan your journey to allow for a 15 minute break every two hours
- Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and always carry a spare tyre in good condition
- Take emergency items for very hot or very cold weather
- Check you have enough fuel before you set off
- Don't start a long trip if you are already tired.
