A main city road in Oxford will be closed over the weekend due to a crane being removed from the area.

Removal of the crane started today (Friday, April 26) on St Cross Road and will see the road closed until Sunday, April 28.

As a result, the St Cross Road and Manor Road bus stops will be out of use.

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Oxford Bus Company have advised passengers to use the stops on South Parks Road as an alternative.

An Oxford Bus Company statement said: “Due to a crane removal taking place from Friday, April 26 until Sunday, April 28, St Cross Road will be closed.

“As a result, the St Cross Road and Manor Road bus stops will be out of use.

“Passengers are advised to use the stops on South Parks Road as an alternative.”