LAST-minute warnings have been issued to travellers who use Blue Bell Hill from Maidstone to Medway.

Kent Highway Services is carrying out a £1 million resurfacing scheme on the uphill stretch of the A229 carriageway and the route will be closed from 9pm today until 5am on Monday .

The weekend closure will result in a lengthy diversion for Arriva’s Expressline 101 buses, with an extra 20 minutes being allowed for the diversion. There is no change to the route or times of Maidstone-bound buses, but an evening and Sunday service in both directions will change.

For a timetable, call Arriva Travel Shops on 0844 800 4411 or go to www.medwaymainline.co.uk

uE06E For more details, call Kent Highway Services on 08458 247 800, email kent.highwayservices@kent.gov.uk or visit www.kent.gov.uk/highways