Drivers are ignoring a road closure in the Cotswolds, police say.

The Cotswolds Police Team have reported that several motorists have ignored road closed signs on the A436, which has created problems with traffic.

Police are urging people to plan their journey to avoid disruption.

The A436 is closed near Hilcot between 9am and 3:30pm each day this week.

The closure is in place to allow for maintenace of trees along the road that connects Bourton to Cheltenham.