This in from Island Roads, in their own words.
Island Roads on behalf of The Isle of Wight Council give notice that from 0900 hours on Thursday 14th January 2016 until 1600 hours on Monday 18th January 2016, or when the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner, no person shall cause any vehicle to proceed along Princelett Shute, Arreton from its junction with A3056 Newport Road to its junction with Little Princelett Shute.
The alternative route for traffic is; A3056 Newport Road and Ventnor Road.
The closure is required for emergency water main repair works near to the junction with A3020 Newport Road.