Drivers are being warned to expect delays as parts of three busy roads are temporarily closed amid the continuing third crossing works.

As works continue in Lowestoft ahead of the construction of the new £126.75m Gull Wing bridge, sections of three roads on the northern side of Lake Lothing will be temporarily closed from next month.

Works will be carried out on Denmark Road, Peto Way and the southern end of Rotterdam Road to allow "for new roundabout and road alignment for new bridge construction."

Lowestoft Journal: The planned Denmark Road closure in LowestoftThe planned Denmark Road closure in Lowestoft (Image: Gull Wing bridge Twitter)

According to the Suffolk Roadworks map "delays are likely" as the work is carried out "between the Wickes roundabout and 268 Denmark Road" in Lowestoft between March 1 and August 31.

A post on the Gull Wing bridge Twitter page said: "Due to the ongoing construction works for the Gull Wing, there are to be some upcoming road closures on the northern side of the project.

"Denmark Road, Peto Way and the southern end of Rotterdam Road will be closed to vehicles from 7am on Wednesday, March 1 to allow for the building of a new northern roundabout and approach road to the bridge.

Lowestoft Journal: Pedestrian, cyclist and works access during the Denmark Road closure in LowestoftPedestrian, cyclist and works access during the Denmark Road closure in Lowestoft (Image: Gull Wing bridge Twitter)

"The work is anticipated to take no longer than six months.

"An official diversion route has been agreed and signs will be in place.

"Full pedestrian and cycle access through the works will be maintained at all times.

"We appreciate this work will cause some disruption for a temporary period and we thank people for their continued patience and support. 

"We apologise for any short term inconvenience this closure may cause but it is to deliver a project that, once complete, will deliver long-lasting benefits to the town." 

Leading building and civil engineering contractor Farrans Construction are overseeing construction works, on behalf of Suffolk County Council, as the eagerly awaited bridge is due to open later this year.