BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay has issued a stark warning to motorists about a 'horrendous' stretch of the M40 near his home in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. During his show on Friday, March 20, Kay highlighted severe congestion that brought traffic to a standstill on the southbound carriageway between junctions 3 and 2.
Kay, 51, described the location as a notorious trouble spot, explaining that the road's design—a valley with an incline—causes lorries to slow down, creating hazardous conditions. 'It's four lanes, and it causes a massive backlog. Please drive carefully through there,' he urged listeners.
The presenter, who lives in the area with his wife, television host Tess Daly, said the issue is personal because of its proximity to their home. 'We live just around the corner from it, and we hear it and we see it all the time,' he said, apologising for interrupting the traffic update but emphasising the importance of the warning.
Kay advised drivers to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, particularly in the valley. 'You've got to drive so carefully and stay away from the rear of the car in front or the van in front because it just does happen, as we know on a regular basis,' he added.
The couple moved to Beaconsfield more than 20 years ago and now live in a six-bedroom property with extensive grounds, including a swimming pool and paddocks for their two Shetland ponies, Honey and Willow. Daly recently described owning ponies as a 'lifelong dream' on social media.
