M25 traffic LIVE: Motorway closed near Romford, Essex after horror crash near Junction 27

M25 traffic LIVE: Motorway closed near Romford, Essex after horror crash near Junction 27The M25 is facing long traffic delays near Romford, Essex. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments live By Charlie Bradley, Content Editor, Lauran O'Toole, Senior Reporter 11:06, Wed, May 27, 2026 Updated: 11:06, Wed, May 27, 2026 The M25 is facing traffic delays (Image: NH)The M25 was shut this morning after a huge crash, sparking traffic queues of up to four miles.The crash occurred near Romford, Essex, between junctions 29 and 30. The incident sparked chaose for people travelling on the M25 anti-clockwise. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe collision involving two vehicles blocked the carriageway with traffic cameras showing the heavily congested motorway.FOLLOW OUR BLOG FOR MORE UPDATES...KEY EVENTSWhen will traffic return to normal?10:46 14 mins ago11:06 Lauran O'TooleAccident moved onto hard shoulderThe accident has been moved to the hard shoulder but long queues remain. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT 18 mins ago11:02 Lauran O'TooleTraffic cameras show severe congestionThe following traffic camera shows the severe congestion on the M25 between junctions 29 and 30.Severe congestion on the M25 between junctions 29 and 30 (Image: Highways England) 28 mins ago10:52 Lauran O'TooleWhere did the crash take place?The crash occurred near Romford, Essex, between junctions 29 and 30.The incident sparked chaose for people travelling on the M25 anti-clockwise. Get the day's biggest headlines in UK and World news and more Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy 31 mins ago10:49 Lauran O'TooleGood morningGood morning. My name is Lauran O'Toole and welcome...