May 2023 Update

The Council has continued to work behind the scenes to progress with the Whorlton Bridge project and we are pleased to announce that we have now obtained Historic England approval to undertake intrusive investigations to the anchorage points of the structure. This approval is vital in assisting with the detailed design proposals with these important works scheduled to commence the week commencing 22 May 2023.

Other works are also planned to be done at the same time including, excavation of bore holes and trial pits and CCTV surveys to help us understand how the chains are connected and inform what works are required below ground.

Following the completion of these works the project team will be in a position to formally submit an application for Scheduled Monument Consent. This is likely to be in the next 2-3 months.

Once all necessary investigations have been completed and additional consents are in place, we will negotiate a contract during the Summer with a view to works commencing in the Autumn with our preferred contractor.