The A17 runs past Long Sutton and over the Nene at Sutton Bridge on the Cross Keys swing bridge, then on to the A47 near King’s Lynn. When the bridge swings open for shipping, traffic queues, and older cars overheat in the queue. South of the towns, the A1101 heads across the fen to Wisbech.
24 hour car recovery in Long Sutton
- Breakdowns on the A17 between Gedney and Sutton Bridge, a fast road with heavy lorries.
- Cars that overheat or stall in the queue for the Cross Keys bridge.
- Breakdowns on the A1101 to Wisbech and the roads to Tydd St Mary and Tydd Gote.
- Cars that need taking to a garage in Wisbech, Spalding or King’s Lynn.
If the car stops on or near the bridge, put the hazards on and stay safe. If it blocks the road, call 999. Then call us, and tell us which side of the river you are on.
Breakdown recovery on the roads around Long Sutton & Sutton Bridge
- A17 from Gedney past Long Sutton to Sutton Bridge
- Cross Keys bridge over the River Nene at Sutton Bridge
- A1101 south to Wisbech
- A17 east to the A47 near King’s Lynn
Car transport and towing from Long Sutton & Sutton Bridge
Home, your own garage, a main dealer, a body shop or secure storage. If it is late and your garage is shut, we can keep the car overnight and deliver first thing.
Villages near Long Sutton & Sutton Bridge we cover
Sutton Bridge, Tydd St Mary, Tydd Gote, Gedney Drove End, Lutton, Sutton St James, Walpole.
Price: you get one fixed figure on the call, agreed before we set off. Moving a car further? See car transport or the cost guide.
FAQ
Straight answers
The Cross Keys bridge is open and my car has overheated. What should I do?
Switch off, put the hazards on and let it cool. Don’t open a hot radiator cap. If it won’t restart, or if it is blocking traffic, call us with which side of the river you are on.