M50 (M5 J8) Strensham Interchange

Layout and signage

The MIDLANDS
Worcester
Birmingham
M5 Link
The SOUTH WEST
Gloucester
M5 Link
 





M5
   





M5
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Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 exits and does not return.

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  • Lane 1 continues ahead.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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