Major maintenance works planned for Bridgnorth Bridge

Shropshire Council is preparing for a significant programme of maintenance and renewal works to Bridgnorth Bridge, a Grade II listed structure. The project follows detailed inspections which identified the need for extensive repairs to both the masonry and concrete elements of the bridge.

To ensure the bridge continues to perform safely and effectively, the council has commissioned its term consultants, WSP, to undertake a comprehensive load carrying capacity assessment. As part of this work, a full inspection for assessment has been completed, including targeted investigation and testing of key structural components.

The assessment report will confirm the carrying capacity of the structure and will give confidence to the council for the proposed works.

The assessment is expected to be completed by April 2026, after which detailed design work will be finalised.

This project will form part of the council’s forward capital works programme, and funding for the scheme has already been secured. Subject to the completion of design and statutory processes, the works are provisionally programmed for delivery during 2027/28.

Bridgnorth Bridge is a vital crossing point and an important heritage structure for the town. These detailed assessments will ensure that the repair works are carefully planned and delivered to preserve the bridge’s historic character while maintaining its long term safety and resilience.

Further updates will be issued as the assessment and design stages progress.