A MAJOR Bradford route is to close for the next two weekends.

Mayo Avenue westbound, which links Staithgate/Staygate roundabout to Manchester Road, will shut from 7.30am to 7pm on May 11, 12, 18, and 19.

There will also be lane closures on the stretch on May 16 and 17 (9.30am-7pm).

Motorists can access Morrisons and Matalan access via Runswick St (Manchester Rd) only. A diversion will be signposted.

A post on Bradford Council's X account read: "Mayo Ave (A6177) westbound Staithgate/Staygate roundabout-Manchester Rd closed for resurfacing 11, 12, 18 & 19 May 7.30am to 7pm.

"Morrisons & Matalan access via Runswick St (Manchester Rd) only. A diversion will be signposted.

"Lane closures on stretch 9.30am-7pm on 16 & 17 May"