The Street in Aldham, near Hadleigh, which collapsed expected to remain shut for next few months

A Suffolk road which has been closed after it collapsed a month ago will not reopen for Christmas.

The Street, in Aldham, near Hadleigh, has been shut since November 20 after the side of the road gave way.

The road was expected to reopen on December 19 to non-HGV vehicles only, with the use of temporary traffic lights.

However, following a review of the site, Suffolk Highways has announced that due to further deterioration of the carriageway, and for safety concerns, the road will remain closed.

In a post on X (formally Twitter), it said: “With the weather we are currently experiencing and with extended periods of heavy rainfall, we cannot guarantee that the road will not collapse any further.”

New signage informing drivers of why the road is closed will be installed as soon as possible.

Due to the the extensive work required, it is expected that the road will be closed for the next few months.

Drivers have been advised to follow diversion routes.