M275 in Portsmouth to be closed for sculpture repairs
Two panels on the landmark have been torn by strong winds
Last updated 18th Apr 2024
A stretch of motorway in Portsmouth is going to be closed overnight to repair a sculpture.
The 43 metre high Tri-Sails landmark was damaged in stormy weather.
Two torn panels are being replaced.
The panels will be inspected overnight on 18 and 19 April and removed on 20 and 21 May.
The northbound M275 from Rudmore Roundabout to Tipner will be closed for the four nights between 11.00pm and 5.00am.
A Portsmouth City Council spokesperson said: "Removing the panels overnight will avoid any disruption to traffic at rush hour, and the panels will be replaced during the summer to restore the iconic landmark."