A ROAD is to close from July 22 to September 1 for the renewal of water mains.

A section of School Lane between Whalley Road and Clough Lane, Simonstone, will close.

Motorists are asked to use an alternative route via the A671 Whalley Road, A6086 Barrowford Road, C553 Slade Lane, Whins Lane and the C554 Trapp Lane.

Access to properties will be available at all times.