Route
Junction number
None
Markerpost
469.8 km
Name
Birchwood Lane Junction
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
None
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
A38 (Midlands) Birchwood Lane Junction
Layout and signage
| South Normanton | 
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South Normanton |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
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