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Guildford's Tumbling Bay bridge nears reopening after years of closure
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The historic Tumbling Bay Weir Bridge in Guildford, which was washed away by heavy rain in November 2019, is nearing completion and is expected to reopen in a few weeks. The National Trust, which took responsibility for the repairs in November 2023, stated that engineering work to replace the Millbrook Weir and the crossing on the River Wey is largely finished, with only a final section over the sluice gate left to install.
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- The Tumbling Bay Weir Bridge in Guildford was swept away during high water on 2 November 2019.
- Engineering work by the National Trust to replace Millbrook Weir and the crossing is largely complete.
- A final section of the bridge over the sluice gate will be built off-site and installed soon.
- The reopening will be delayed by a few additional weeks because the National Trust decided to carry out extra repair work now.
- The National Trust assumed responsibility for the project in November 2023 following discussions with Guildford Borough Council.