Lasting between one day and one month, motorists are advised to avoid these areas if they can or plan their journey to give themselves more time.
As there are 104 roadworks beginning between Monday, December 15 and Sunday, December 21, we have only listed those involving closures, stop/go boards and temporary traffic lights.
So take a look at the roadworks you will most want to be aware of this week, including how long the work is scheduled to last and why:
5. Church Road, South Ribble
What: Lane closures Why: BT When: Dec 15-Dec 15 | Google Maps
6. Farington Road, South Ribble
What: Lane closures Why: Drainage investigations (Lancashire County Council) When: Dec 15-Jan 10 | Google Maps
7. Hoyles Lane, Preston
What: Temporary traffic lights Why: Electricity North West Limited When: Dec 16-Dec 22 | Google Maps
8. Chain Caul Way, Preston
What: Temporary traffic lights Why: Electricity North West Limited When: Dec 17-Dec 19 | Google Maps