A ROAD is scheduled to close for five days whilst urgent maintenance works are carried out.

The U5105 from Lowick Green to Broughton Beck is due to be closed from March 8, Cumbria County Council has confirmed.

Works are scheduled to commence on March 8 until March 12 whilst the works are carried out.

A diversion has been put in place for motorists.

A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.