NewsUK NewsMotorwaysLIVE EVENT ENDEDLast updated 1st September 2026Emergency services are at the scene of the collision on the M25 as traffic is being held after what is being described by police as a 'serious collision' on the motorwayTraffic builds on the M25 following the crash (Image: Traffic Cameras )Updated 07:34, 01 Sep 2026A major UK motorway is closed following a serious crash late on Monday evening.The M25 is shut in Surrey between J10, Wisley and J11, Chertsey following the crash at 11.55pm.Surrey Police are on scene and have warned drivers travelling to Heathrow and Gatwick Airport to allow extra travel time as delays are expected.‌1st Sep06:53 BSTClosure will remain through rush hourSurrey Police investigations were carried out overnight and completed at approximately 6am.The incident scene is now being cleared but this is likely to take several hours and the closure will remain through the morning peak travel period.1st Sep06:51 BSTTwo miles of congestionThere is two miles of congestion on the M25 following the crash.Police investigations are complete and clean up is underway.National Highways warn: "Please expect long delays on approach to to J11 and also on local routes in the area this morning."1st Sep05:41 BSTLatest update from policeSurrey Police investigations remain ongoing.The force said in a statement earlier: "The M25 is currently closed both ways between J10, Wisley and J11, Chertsey due to a serious collision."If travelling to Heathrow Airport or Gatwick Airport, please check your travel time before you depart as your journey is likely to be impacted."1st Sep04:45 BSTAll traffic released All traffic has been released within the closure. The road remains shut and is expected to be closed for some time.1st Sep03:00 BSTTraffic still being releasedNational Highways Traffic Officers are in attendance assisting with traffic management. Traffic caught within the closure is in the process of being released via rearward relief.1st Sep02:56 BSTDrivers warned of delays near airportsSurrey Police have warned drivers travelling to Heathrow and Gatwick to allow extra time due to delays.The force said: "Please check your travel time before you depart as your journey is likely to be impacted."1st Sep02:53 BSTClosure expected to last several hoursThe closure is expected to last several hours as the police investigation team are enroute.Traffic continues to be released via rearward relief.1st Sep02:52 BSTWelcome to our live coverageWelcome to our live coverage of this serious crash. We will be bringing you the latest updates from the M25.‌