A behind-the-scenes visit to the Hindhead Tunnel control room

16/11/2025 9 min
A behind-the-scenes visit to the Hindhead Tunnel control room

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Episode Synopsis

You probably drive through the Hindhead Tunnel just up the A3 from the Petersphere without giving it a second thought. Did you know there's a team that work 24-7 to keep it safe and operational?  Orien talks to some of the hidden workforce from National Highways. He meets Jordan Cummings, a team manager based in the on-site control room, and Debbie Wood who is a Tunnel Safety Officer for the region.  For TRIP advice visit the National Highways website & follow @HighwaysSEAST on X for any updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.