Bristol road closures: Travellers face weekend of disruption as iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge closes ⛔️

The closure, which starts at 7pm this evening (November 22), will be in place until Monday (November 25).

It comes as vital refurbishment works continue at the iconic structure.

The bridge will also have a temporary loss of power while works are carried out over the weekend.

Throughout the weekend, a diversion route will be signed using Bridge Valley Road, Brunel Way and A369 Rownham Hill.

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Bridge master Trish Johnson explained: “As part of this project to conserve the bridge for many years to come, we need to schedule occasional road closures to carry out works safely.

“During these closures our contractor, Taziker, will be undertaking electrical works, scaffolding works, and painting the chains from the roadway.

“We will also take advantage of the closure to conduct inspections and general maintenance.

“During these bridge closures pedestrians will still be able to use the bridge, but cycling will be prohibited.

“Cyclists may dismount and walk across the bridge, but as only one narrow footway will be open, cyclists are requested to avoid using the bridge if possible.

“Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust wishes to apologise for the inconvenience which these closures will cause.

“We hope that by keeping the road open during weekdays we will minimise the disruption caused.”