Route
Junction number
53
Markerpost
132 km
Name
Scotch Corner
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A66, A6055
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
Service area here
Service area name
Scotch Corner
Services operator
Moto
A1(M) J53 Scotch Corner
Layout and signage
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Penrith Brough A66 Richmond (A6108)  Scotch Corner
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A66 A6055 (A6108) |
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A6055 |
Penrith Brough A66 Richmond (A6108) Scotch Corner
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Lane configuration
- Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
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