The road is closed between its junctions with B3349 Barkham Road and The Lilacs, so that Thames Water can repair the pipe.
The alternative route is via B3349 Barkham Road, A321 Station Road, A329 Reading Road, B3030 King Street Lane and Bearwood Road (northern section) or by this route in reverse.
The road is expected to remain closed until Sunday.
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