Darley Abbey Bridge Closure

Bridge

On Friday 13th May the bridge linking UNESCO World Heritage Site with Old Lane in Darley Abbey was closed by the City Council following an inspection. 

Throughout the closure I have met with Derby City Council, stakeholders, local businesses and residents to discuss the impact the closure of the bridge is having, concerns over the closure, possible long term and short term solutions. I have held discussions with Government Ministers, The Crown Estate and the National Lottery Heritage Fund regarding support for the closure. 

I am delighted that on the 13th July 2022, Derby City Council and the Conservative Cabinet Adminstration have approved funding for a short term, temporary pedestrian footbrdige for Darley. This would see the bridge being placed over the existing structure and could be in places in as little as 5 weeks from the point of order. 

As always I am committed to helping find a solution and offer support to those who have been affected. 

News

Darley Abbey Bridge Meeting 31st of July 2023

 As constituents will know, I have taken a keen and active interest in the Darley Abbey Bridge since its closure last year and have been working hard to facilitate a swift conclusion to the inconvenience its closure has created for the local community.

 

Darley Abbey Bridge Meeting

In September, it was fantastic to see the opening of the footbridge in Darley Abbey. However, it is important that we start to think about the next steps in getting a long-term solution. 

Opening of Darley Abbey Bridge

I was delighted to attend the opening of the new Darley Abbey footbride. I am so proud that our hard work has paid off and life for businesses and residents will be improved and better connected. I want to thank everyone who helped make this happen.

Darley Abbey Bridge

After having organised regular business and planning meetings, it is fantastic to see the construction of the footbridge in Darley Abbey in full swing. I am pleased that life for residents and businesses will be improved. I look forward to seeing the opening of the bridge.

Darley Bridge Short Term Solution

I am pleased to see that Derby City Council and the Conservative Cabinet Adminstration have approved funding for a short term, temporary pedestrian footbridge for Darley.

Darley Abbey Bridge Residents Meeting 2

Today a further meeting was held with Derby City Council and local stakeholders to discuss the bridge closure. The council have a clearer idea on the reality of a temporary structure.

Darley Abbey Bridge Closure

I am aware of the issues surrounding the closure of Darley Abbey bridge and the disruption and concern this is causing. 

I have been liaising with the council and have contacted the Minister in Government and will be helping to work towards a solution.

Darley Bridge Update

On Wednesday 22nd June I attended the Derby City Councils drop in event, where I was able to speak to the businesses that have been directly affected by the bridge closure. 

You can still access the fantastic businesses operating in the mills via Haslams Lane.

Darley Abbey Bridge Update

Following my continuous communication with Derby City Council regarding Darley Abbey Bridge, I am pleased that they have received the reports from the extended assessment of the bridge and they are further assessing the possibility of a temporary solution. 

Darley Bridge Update

On 9th June 2022, I had a regular update meeting with the Derby City Council and other local representatives to discuss the bridge closure.