Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury to close for repairs

Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury will be closed to traffic overnight – 10pm to 6am – from Monday 16 to Friday 20 February [2026] for emergency repairs.

An inspection of the bridge has found that a significant number of balustrades on both parapets are loose and at risk of detaching, either into the river or onto the footpath. As a result work will be carried out to make the loose balustrades safe until a permanent parapet repair is carried out. The work will see timber boarding erected on either side of the parapet to prevent balustrades becoming detached and falling.

During the closure, Shropshire Council’s street light team will use the opportunity to carry out temporary lighting repairs at the bridge.

To carry out the work safely, the bridge will be closed to all vehicular traffic. Pedestrian and dismounted cyclist access will be maintained, although short delays may occur during certain phases of the works. Access to properties up to the bridge will also be preserved throughout the closure.

Advance notice signs will be erected at the closure points, and information letters will be delivered to affected properties.

People are thanked for their understanding while this important work is carried out,

The work will be carried out by the Shropshire Council’s contractor, Kier, with supervision provided by WSP on behalf of the council.