M53 J12 Hoole Island

Layout and signage

N/A   A56








    A56








  Helsby
A56
Chester
A56
NORTH WALES
Holyhead
Queensferry
A55 Link

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Start of motorway regulations
  • Signs End of motorway regulations

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