Delays as lorry crashes into low bridge on A428 near Althorp

Deputy editor

Published 15th Oct 2026, 16:30 BST

Bridge approaching Althorp, A428, has been struck by a lorry

placeholder image — Bridge approaching Althorp, A428, has been struck by a lorry

Drivers are facing delays on a busy route in and out of Northampton following an incident this afternoon (Thursday).

There are long delays in both directions at the Althorp bridge on the A428 in Northamptonshire with eyewitnesses reporting that a lorry has crashed and overturned.

Northamptonshire Police have been contacted for comment.

Northampton Northamptonshire Police

Delays as lorry crashes into low bridge on A428 near Althorp

Drivers are facing delays on a busy route in and out of Northampton following an incident this afternoon (Thursday).

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