Lane closures while work carried out at pub

The Crown was bought by Middlesbrough Council in 2023

Drivers have been warned to expect disruption while work is carried out at a former pub.

Temporary lane closures will be in place around the junction of Borough Road and Linthrope Road in Middlesbrough from Monday.

A survey and structural works will start at The Crown which was closed in 2015 and acquired by Middlesbrough Council in 2023.

The local authority said the work is expected to be completed by the end of the week.

The site is being redeveloped by Middlesbrough Development Corporation.

A spokesperson for the council said the lane closures were "unavoidable" to "ensure the safety of pedestrians and motorists".

"We would therefore urge drivers to avoid the area where possible while the work is being carried out," they said.