Police are reminding motorists to give themselves more time for their journeys ahead of this year’s Wickham Horse Fair. 

The event takes place on Saturday, May 20 on the A334 and in The Square.

The Square will be closed to traffic from 12pm on Friday May 19 until 10am on Sunday May 21. 

The A334 will be closed between the traffic signals at Blind Lane and the roundabout junction of the A32 from 5am to 8pm on Saturday, May 20.

Arrangements have been made for horse boxes to be parked on the east side of the A334 between the north end of the square and the junction at Blind Lane and Titchfield Lane.

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Temporary parking restrictions will be introduced to maintain traffic flow on the local diversion route through Wickham. Any vehicle parked in an unauthorised place will be towed away.

Motorists not attending the fair may wish to consider alternative routes around Wickham.

A dedicated telephone number has been set up for residents and businesses in the area.

They have been contacted directly about this.

Acting chief inspector John Stribley said: “Wickham Horse Fair is set to return this Saturday, May 20, and anyone planning to attend should make sure they are aware of the road closures and the parking arrangements before they start their journeys.

“Our focus is on public safety and there will be officers in high visibility uniform available throughout the event to respond to any issues that may arise.

“We have been working closely with organisers, local authority partners and businesses to ensure Wickham Horse Fair is a safe and enjoyable event for all communities.”