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Redcliffe Bridge shuts for ten weeks
In another major bridge refurbishment, Redcliffe Bridge will be shut for ten weeks from August 1.
The bridge, which crosses the harbour from Redcliffe Way to Welsh Back, will be closed to pedestrians and all traffic as part of its ongoing refurbishment.
The council has advised those travelling to use Bristol Bridge to temporarily allow access to all traffic following the official diversion without incurring fines.
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Repairs to the bridge began in January 2021, but the initial contractor, Cleveland Bridge, went into administration and ceased trade. The council is now working with a new contractor to carry out the remaining works.
Work will involve structural, mechanical and electrical repairs to allow the bridge to open properly and let larger boats through, whilst also protecting the structural integrity of the bridge to reduce the need for future repairs.
The work is being carried out in the wake of the news that Gaol Ferry Bridge will not be closing on the initially planned date due to unforeseen “significant challenges.”
The refurbishment is expected to cost around £2.85m, and is being covered by money set aside from Bristol’s capital funding programme.
Redcliffe Bridge was originally built in 1942 to link Queen’s Square to the city centre, before undergoing a major refurbishment in 1996, the most recent refurbishment in 25 years.
Work is expected to be completed by early 2023.
Main photo: Martin Booth
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