Revamp for city river's oldest surviving bridge

FOOTWAY TO BE WIDENED AND ROAD TO BE RESURFACED

- By JOE LOCKER Local democracy reporter

The stone bridge in Bulwell has five arches and was built in the 1800s

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THE oldest surviving crossing over a river in Nottingham is being refurbished to preserve the landmark and “improve connectivity for pedestrians”.

As part of the near-£20 million revamp of Bulwell town centre, the stone bridge over the River Leen will be getting a series of improvements.

The Grade II-listed bridge was built in 1833 and, despite a restoration in 1979, it has stood largely untouched for decades.

The Georgian structure is the oldest surviving crossing over the River Leen, according to council officers.

Under the plans, which have been approved, the footway will be widened to improve the route for pedestrians, as well as users of wheelchairs, buggies, and mobility scooters.