Iconic 161-year-old UK bridge used by thousands of drivers shuts for 4 DAYS – check diversion routes

A MAJOR UK bridge used by thousands of drivers a day is to close for four days this week. Diversions will be in place from today, September 14, to allow repairs to the landmark structure. Cycling on the bridge will also be prohibited between 9.30am and 3.30pm for four days this week Credit: Guven Ozdemir Drivers who use the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol will have to use other routes on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week between the hours of 9.30am and 3.30pm. During the closure period, a diversion route will be in place via Bridge Valley Road, Brunel Way and the A369 Rownham Hill. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Cyclists will also have to find alternative routes during this period, The closure is to allow engineers to install safety equipment on the bridge. Contractors are also planning to upgrade the barrier system, repair drainage and carry out maintenance on the bridge towers. Bridge master Tristan Ralph said it was essential to close the bridge to motorists while carrying out the works. “Several aspects of the essential maintenance works require the use of access platforms, which cannot safely be used with traffic on the bridge,” Tristan told Rayo. “We will make best use of the time to undertake a wide range of engineering activities necessary to keep the bridge in the highest standard of repair.” Most read in Motors Foot passengers will still be able to use the bridge during the closure period. The Clifton Suspension Bridge Museum will also be closed today for scheduled maintenance and repairs. Comment now