Details confirmed on next phase of Drypool Bridge works
Essential works planned to ensure future safety and resilience
Hull City Council has announced key updates regarding repair works on Drypool Bridge, including an emergency overnight closure scheduled for 21st December 2025.
The closure will address urgent carriageway damage caused by recent cold weather. To ensure safety, the bridge will be closed to traffic from 6pm Sunday until 6am Monday 22nd December.
Pedestrian access will remain available, and the repair will be carried out by specialist contractor Midland Industrial Flooring Limited on behalf of the council.
Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said, “Safety is, and always will be, our top priority. These emergency works are essential to keep the bridge safe for all users and to prevent further damage.
“We know these works will cause disruption, but scheduling them overnight helps minimise the impact on traffic. Thank you, in advance, to residents, businesses, and road users for your patience and support.”
Major works scheduled for May 2026
In addition, the next phase of planned repair work on Drypool Bridge will see the bridge closed fully to vehicles and pedestrians for eight weeks from mid-late May 2026.
This closure is part of a larger programme of essential repairs and strengthening, launched after routine inspections highlighted concerns in 2024.
Councillor Ieronimo said, “Drypool Bridge has served Hull for generations and these repairs will make sure it continues to be safe and reliable for decades to come.
“The council said from the start that a further closure would be required, and we’re giving plenty of notice to reduce the impact. By ensuring the bridge was open for the festive season and only closing it when necessary, we are working to balance repairs with minimising disruption."
Works during this phase will focus on the bridge’s west span and east approach, including cathodic protection, concrete repairs, waterproofing, and resurfacing.
Paul Allen, Senior Project Manager at Esh Construction, noted, “The upcoming closure will allow us to safely address areas of the bridge that are otherwise hidden. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the public as we deliver this programme to ensure the long-term safety of this vital crossing.”
Timelines and future updates
Subject to unforeseen issues, this eight-week closure in May 2026 will be the last full closure planned for Drypool Bridge.
Following this period, additional works are scheduled under traffic management until November 2026, with the bridge open to vehicles in both directions during this time.