Llandrinio Bridge set to reopen in five weeks

Powys County Council has confirmed that Llandrinio Bridge could reopen in five weeks, ending fears that we could have faced endless months of closure.

The bridge remains closed following last week’s incident, which police described as vehicle striking it and driving off, and essential repair works are anticipated to begin on November 17, with the bridge expected to reopen by mid-December.

Since the incident, which caused significant structural damage to this historic crossing, council teams have worked closely with contractors and stakeholders to assess the damage and plan the necessary repairs. They said the priority is to restore the bridge safely and efficiently, while preserving its heritage value.

The planned repair works will include:

• Recovery of original stonework from the river
• Full structural repairs using traditional materials and techniques.

The estimated duration of the works is three weeks, although this may vary depending on several factors, including:

• River conditions, which could affect the safe recovery of stone
• Availability of suitable replacement stone, both in terms of sourcing and quantity
• Weather conditions, particularly low temperatures, which may impact the use of lime mortar essential for the repairs.

Cllr Jackie Charlton, Cabinet Member for a Greener Powys, said: “We understand how important Llandrinio Bridge is to the community and local connectivity. Our teams are working hard to deliver a safe and lasting repair as quickly as possible. We’re committed to keeping disruption to a minimum while ensuring the integrity of this historic structure.

“We thank residents and road users for their continued patience and cooperation during this time.”