Terminal roundabout, view north, 21 October 1996
Terminal roundabout, view north (see all photos of the same view)
The terminal roundabout is now essentially complete, with traffic flowing around one side as part of the diversion to and from the M6 south. In the distance, dualling of the A6 can be seen, with tarmac laid on the second carriageway.
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