Restoration work is moving forward on Worcester Bridge, one of the city’s best-known crossings over the River Severn, after damage caused by a police car crash earlier this year.
Worcestershire County Council says specialist stone masons are carrying out repairs on the Grade II listed structure using traditional materials and techniques so the finished work stays in keeping with the bridge’s original design. The council has also stressed that all repairs must meet strict conservation standards, balancing heritage protection with long-term safety and day-to-day use.
Work began on Monday, Oct. 19, and drivers were told to expect delays, especially at peak times, for up to three weeks while crews complete the restoration.
Tom Wells, the council’s cabinet member for highways, described Worcester Bridge as one of the county’s most recognizable landmarks and said preserving it takes specialist skills and close attention to detail. He said the repairs are intended to protect the bridge’s historic character while keeping it safe and fit for use for years to come.
For firms that take on stone repair and conservation work, projects like this put craftsmanship front and center. Matching historic fabric, working to conservation requirements, and coordinating lane restrictions all affect schedule, staffing, and how work gets sequenced on site.
The council thanked residents, businesses, and road users for their patience while the repairs are finished.
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