When will Kilrea Bridge reopen?

Kilrea Bridge is set to reopen on Saturday morning at 8:00 AM GMT.

Why was Kilrea Bridge closed for 11 weeks?

The bridge was closed due to extensive cracking discovered in a retaining wall.

What type of vehicles can use Kilrea Bridge upon reopening?

Upon reopening, Kilrea Bridge will be passable for cars and light vehicles up to three tonnes.

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Kilrea Bridge Reopens After 11-Week Closure

6 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Kilrea Bridge will reopen to cars and light vehicles after 11 weeks.
Extensive cracking in a retaining wall caused the prolonged closure.
Temporary repair works are nearing completion, reducing community disruption.

Kilrea Bridge Reopens After 11-Week Closure

After an 11-week closure, Kilrea Bridge in County Londonderry is scheduled to reopen to traffic on Saturday morning at 8:00 AM GMT. The vital crossing was closed on September 20 when significant cracking was discovered in one of its retaining walls, necessitating extensive repairs.

While permanent repair work is ongoing, the Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that temporary stabilization measures are now well advanced. This allows for the reopening of the bridge, which will initially be accessible only to cars and light vehicles weighing up to three tonnes.

The Department for Infrastructure described the reopening as an "important step" towards minimizing disruption for the local community. The partial reopening aims to restore some level of connectivity while engineers continue their work to ensure the bridge's long-term structural integrity.