Increased traffic expected in city due to university event

Charlotte Coles

27 June 2024 at 5:42 am·1-min read

Increased traffic expected in city due to university open day <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i> — Increased traffic expected in city due to university open day *(Image: Newsquest)*

Increased traffic is expected in the city today due to Oxford University holding an open day.

Oxon Travel, a traffic account run by Oxfordshire County Council, warned people there would be increased traffic and pedestrians as a result of the event.

In a statement on Thursday morning, Oxon Travel said: "The University of Oxford open days are currently taking place today.

"Expect increased traffic and pedestrian activity on the city roads, during and after the event.

"Plan your journey to avoid delays."

🎓EVENT

The @UniofOxford open days are currently taking place today

Expect increased traffic and pedestrian activity on the city roads, during and after the event.

Plan your journey to avoid delays. https://t.co/GVAtOnyM7G… #OxonTravel pic.twitter.com/mmRyG0B0Ps
— OxonTravel (@OxonTravel) June 27, 2024

Motorists are urged to plan their journey ahead to avoid delays.

The open day is a chance for prospective students to talk to tutors and students and to have a look around.

The next open day is taking place on September 30.

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