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Worcester Bridge Wins Top Regional Award
19 May
Summary
- Kepax Bridge in Worcester received the West Midlands Building of the Year award.
- The bridge has been entered for the national RIBA awards later this year.
- Opened in 2024, the £16m bridge served over 330,000 people in its first year.
Kepax Bridge in Worcester has achieved significant recognition, being named the 'West Midlands Building of the Year' at the regional Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) award ceremony. This accolade automatically enters the pedestrian and cyclist bridge, which spans the River Severn, into the prestigious RIBA National awards.
The £16 million Kepax Bridge, opened in 2024, has demonstrated its value and popularity, serving over 330,000 people in its initial year. Its design excellence has been further acknowledged with an award at the Structural Steel Design Awards and a previous 'Project of the Year 2025' title at the CECA Midlands Awards.
Judges praised the bridge for its outstanding design, engineering excellence, and positive contribution to the local community. Designed by Moxon Architects in collaboration with Jacobs, the bridge connects Gheluvelt Park to St John's, promoting active and sustainable travel across Worcester for current and future generations.
