Bishop Auckland A688 roundabout closed after trailer tipped

There are heavy delays around the A688/South Church Road roundabout after the incident as police remained on scene.

Police had to clear debris off the road, an eye witness at the scene said it was hay strewn across the road.

The road has since reopened.

(Image: ANDY FUTERS)

AA Traffic Maps shown heavy traffic along the A688 on approach to the roundabout.

AA Traffic maps is showing heavy delays in the area (Image: AA TRAFFIC MAPS)

A spokesperson for Durham Constabulary said: "Please be aware, a large trailer has tipped on the roundabout at South Church as displayed below - officers will shortly be closing the road if the area can be avoided."