A167(M) Town Moor Interchange

Layout and signage

Jedburgh & Airport (A696)
Hexham (A69)
Morpeth (A1 Link)
A167
City Centre
B1318
Gosforth
B1318
 






B1318
   






B1318
  N/A

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 exits and does not return.

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs National Speed Limit begins
  • Signs Start of motorway regulations
  • Signs 50mph speed limit begins

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