Windsor roads set to close as President Macron makes state visit
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead said parking will be suspended on all affected roads during the closures.B470 King Edward VII, B470 Windsor Road, Thames Avenue and B470 River Street are expected to reopen by 13:00.There will be 'No Waiting' in force from midnight on Monday until 14:00 Tuesday on stretches of the A308 at Osborne Road and Frances Road to allow for troop movements from Combermere Barracks.Windsor and Eton's shops, cafés and restaurants will be open as usual along with most car parks. No pedestrianised areas or shopping centres will be affected.You can see a map of the closures online.
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