'Defects' delay reopening of train station bridge

Work on refurbishing a railway station footbridge remains ongoing nearly three months after it was due to be finished.

The bridge at Woodbridge train station, in Suffolk, was shut back in November so work to "significantly improve safety" could be carried out.

Travellers were told the project to strengthen its steelwork, improve its paintwork, and install new handrails with integrated lighting would be completed by Christmas Eve.

Greater Anglia said a "significant amount of work" was done last year, but "additional defects" had been identified, which had delayed the reopening of the footbridge.

"Work to refurbish the footbridge at Woodbridge railway station is well underway," a spokesperson for the rail company said.

"It will continue to take place on the footbridge over the weekends of 14 and 15 and 21 and 22 March. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused."

As part of the project, anti-climb lighting will also be installed along the bridge deck, and existing timber decking and stair treads will be replaced.

"These essential upgrades will enhance the bridge's safety, accessibility, and longevity, ensuring a more secure and welcoming environment for all station users," the spokesperson added.

Passengers had previously been warned to allow extra time for their journeys although a diversion route via the level crossing was in place for those moving between platforms one and two.

Greater Anglia said the adjoining Network Rail footbridge, that runs over the entirety of the station, would also remain open for most - but not all - of the project.

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