Temporary road closures are in place as part of a green energy project.

This is because onshore archaeological works are getting underway for ScottishPower Renewables' East Anglia TWO and East Anglia ONE North offshore windfarms.

The aim of the works is to bring to light the hidden history of Suffolk.

Archaeological charities, MOLA and Wessex Archaeology, will lead a team of experts along a 9.7km corridor between Thorpeness, the cable landfall site, and the onshore substation site at Friston.

The investigations, to be completed by the end of 2025, will be part of the early development for the two windfarms.

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These windfarms will generate enough electricity to power more than 1.8 million homes.

Initial research suggests potential archaeological discoveries from the prehistoric and medieval ages, along with more recent periods.

The project has been designed to protect and conserve any archaeological artefacts, while minimising disruption to residents.

A dedicated works compound is being established at Harrow Lane, Theberton, on an old airfield runway, to reduce traffic in and around Friston.

A section of Harrow Road has been closed temporarily, with diversions and traffic management restrictions since October 22.

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A new access point will also be created at Grove Road, Friston, with that road section closed from October 28, for up to three weeks.

Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained at all times.

Paul Monaghan, ScottishPower Renewables’ project manager, said: “The start of our onshore archaeological works is a major step for our clean energy projects and could unearth lots of significant finds for Suffolk, as we’ve seen in the past.

"We’re committed to completing the works as quickly as possible.

"We apologise in advance for any inconvenience or disruption caused."