M69 motorway facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Route information | ||||
| Length | 15.7 mi (25.3 km) | |||
| Existed | 1976–present | |||
| History | Constructed 1976–77 | |||
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| North end | Leicester | |||
 M6 motorway  /  M1 motorway |
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| South end | Coventry | |||
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Nuneaton, Hinckley | |||
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→The M69 is a major road in the Midlands of England. It's a special type of road called a motorway, designed for fast and safe travel. It connects two other big motorways: the M6 near Coventry and the M1 near Leicester.
This motorway is about 16 miles (26 kilometers) long. It first opened in 1977, which means it's been helping people travel for over 45 years!
What is the M69 Motorway?
The M69 is a very important road for people traveling across the middle of England. It helps drivers get from the M6 motorway to the M1 motorway quickly. This means less time stuck in traffic on smaller roads.
Where Does the M69 Go?
The M69 has a few important exits, called junctions, where you can get on or off the motorway.
- Junction 1: This junction connects to the towns of Nuneaton and Hinckley. You can reach these places using the A5 and B4109 roads.
- Junction 2: This junction is a bit different. If you are driving towards Leicester, you can only get onto the motorway here. You cannot exit the motorway at this point if you are heading in that direction.
- Connecting to other motorways:
- At its southern end, the M69 connects to the M6 motorway near Coventry. This link helps drivers go towards Birmingham or further south.
- At its northern end, the M69 meets the M1 motorway near Leicester. This connection lets drivers go north towards Nottingham or south towards Northampton.
Why is the M69 Important?
The M69 motorway plays a big role in connecting different parts of the Midlands. It helps people travel for work, holidays, and to deliver goods. By linking the M6 and M1, it creates a faster route for traffic that would otherwise have to use busier local roads. This helps reduce traffic in towns and makes journeys smoother for everyone.
Images for kids
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Heading east along the road
