ROAD closures are in place near Shepton Mallet after an earlier collision.

Police closed the A37/A367 junction at Oakhill after a two-vehicle collision earlier this morning (Sunday, August 11).

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “Road closures are in place following a two-vehicle collision at the A37/A367 junction at Oakhill, near Shepton Mallet, earlier this morning (Sunday, August 11).

“Drivers are advised to seek an alternative route while the scene is cleared.”

Motorists are advised to check before they travel.

Updates on traffic in the area can be found on Travel Somerset social media accounts.

Police update

Avon and Somerset Police at around 11.43am (August 11) said the A37/A367 junction at Oakhill, near Shepton Mallet has reopened following the earlier two-vehicle collision.