Drivers have been facing lengthy delays after a major route was shut forcing traffic to grind to halt.

South East Water was forced to close the A257 at St Martin’s Hill, Canterbury, over the weekend severely impacting Monday morning rush hour traffic.

All cars coming into the city along Littlebourne Road are currently being diverted along Warwick Road and through the Spring Lane estate.

Images show traffic snarled up in the residential area as numerous vehicles attempted to reach New Dover Road earlier today.

The road closure is currently earmarked to be in place until Wednesday 5pm, according to reports.

South East Water and Kent County Council have been contacted for comment.