Limpley Stoke road closed for over a month for rail bridge repairs
Diversions and shuttle bus services are in place
A road in Limpley Stoke is closed for over a month from today as essential repairs are carried out on a rail bridge.
The B3108 Lower Stoke, also known as Winsley Hill, is shut from this morning until 31st August to allow Network Rail to make the repairs.
The organisation says it's needed to ensure the long-term safety and integrity of the bridge and will involve 24/7 activity throughout the closure period.
A diversion route has been signposted, while pedestrian access will be maintained under the bridge, while some bus routes will be impacted.
The D1 service will be taking a more direct route between Bradford on Avon and Bath via Sally-in-the-Woods.
To help passengers get to and from Bradford on Avon, there will be a free shuttle bus service, operated by Beeline, from Monday to Saturday during daytime hours between Winsley village and Bradford on Avon.
Posters with times of the shuttle bus are displayed at stops in Winsley and along Winsley Road in Bradford on Avon.
Any passengers travelling to Bath from Winsley can take the free shuttle to Bradford on Avon and then change to the D1 or D1x at Christ Church, while passengers heading to Trowbridge can change at the Bradford on Avon Town Bridge.
The D1 will continue to serve Winsley village and Winsley Road during the evening from 6.05pm onwards and all day on Sundays and public holidays. However, the diversion route will take longer, so there may be some small delays.
Cllr Martin Smith, Cabinet Member for Highways, said: “We understand this closure will cause disruption, but these works are vital for public safety and the continued operation of the railway.
“We’ve worked closely with Network Rail to ensure alternative travel arrangements are in place, particularly for bus users.
“Throughout the closure, we will be monitoring the effect that this closure has on the local traffic network, particularly in the surrounding villages, and if required we will take appropriate action to mitigate any major traffic issues.”