Outrage Over 12-Day Closure of Major Gloucester Bridge Amid School Return Thursday, August 14, 2025 bridge gloucester closure diversion schools traffic commuters maintenance transportation disruption sport A major bridge in Gloucester is set to close for 12 days, sparking widespread frustration among local residents. The timing of the closure, which aligns with the return of schools, has caused particular concern for commuters … Read More
Fury Erupts Over Gloucester Bridge Closure During School Return, Causing Major Traffic Diversions Thursday, August 14, 2025 gloucester bridge closure schools diversion traffic commuters maintenance travel roadworks A major bridge in Gloucester is set to close for 12 days, sparking widespread frustration among local residents and commuters. The closure, which coincides with the first days back to school, is expected to cause significant … Read More
Calls to Reopen Iconic River Wye Bridge by Spring to Celebrate 50 Years of 136-Mile Walk Wednesday, August 13, 2025 riverwye bridge closure reopening hiking stowfield welshbicknor anniversary footpath community As the 50th anniversary of the famed 136-mile River Wye walk approaches, the closure of a key bridge has cast a shadow over celebrations. The Stowfield and Welsh Bicknor communities, along with countless walkers who cherish … Read More
'Vital' Footbridge Used by 500 People Daily to Be Replaced Thursday, July 31, 2025 footbridge replacement infrastructure safety community construction pedestrians bridge maintenance urban A crucial footbridge, relied upon by around 500 pedestrians each day, is set for replacement due to its aging structure. The bridge has long been an essential link for local residents, connecting key parts of the community … Read More
Gloucester’s Netheridge Bridge Remains Closed Amid Ongoing Delays Thursday, July 24, 2025 gloucester netheridge bridge delay maintenance construction traffic council asphalt infrastructure The Netheridge swing bridge in Gloucester, originally scheduled for a brief closure to undergo essential maintenance, remains closed weeks past its expected reopening date. Work commenced on May 27, with the bridge initially … Read More
Villagers Warn A48 Railway Bridge Is a Dangerous Hazard After Repeated Crashes Thursday, July 17, 2025 a48 railway bridge safety crashes traffic gloucestershire speeding networkrail roadsafety Residents near the A48 railway bridge at Jordan Hill have voiced urgent concerns about the safety of this low clearance structure, describing it as a “fatality waiting to happen.” A public meeting held on July 15 at … Read More