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£8m Bid to Reopen Oxford's Damaged Bridge
4 Aug
Summary
- Oxford's Donnington Bridge has been partially closed for two years.
- Structural issues prevent vehicles over 7.5 tonnes from crossing.
- The council seeks £8m government funding for restoration.
Donnington Bridge in Oxford has faced partial closure for the past two years. Since 2024, vehicles exceeding 7.5 tonnes have been barred from crossing due to significant structural problems. Recent inspections confirmed that extensive repairs or a complete replacement may be necessary before the bridge can fully reopen.
Oxfordshire County Council has submitted a bid for £8m from the government's Structures Fund to finance the restoration. The council plans to allocate an additional £2m, bringing the total project cost to £10m. This situation has caused considerable inconvenience to residents and disrupted public transport services.
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