Historic bridge is closed after third accident

Bosses at North Yorkshire County Council say the latest incident is the third time in a matter of weeks that the historic bridge, which is listed, has been damaged by large vehicles and there is now concern for the safety of road users as a substantial amount of the parapet wall has been demolished.

The bridge has now been closed on safety grounds but access will be maintained for pedestrians and cyclists.

It was due to be shut from the end of September for six months as part of works for the building of a new interchange on the A168/B1448. However it will now remain closed until the interchange works are complete next March 2015.