MOTORISTS travelling to and from the city centre on Sunday are being advised to avoid roads which will be closed during the Chester Marathon.

Between 8.30am and 11am road closures will take place throughout Chester, Claverton, Eccleston, Eaton, Pulford, Farndon, Aldford, Buerton, Huntington and Christleton as the runners race through the streets.

Temporary traffic restrictions will also be in place for more than five hours across the region mainly affecting motorists travelling along Sandy Lane, Dee Banks and Chester Road towards Boughton.

For a full breakdown of road closures and restrictions, visit www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk.