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Victorian railway bridge in East Yorkshire to undergo a £200k upgrade
Overview
The Goole Swing Bridge in East Yorkshire, which is over 150 years old, is scheduled to close for a weekend on 17 and 18 October for a £200,000 upgrade by Network Rail. The project involves installing new power cables and control units to improve safety and reliability. During the works, replacement buses will run between Hull and Doncaster.
Key points
- The Goole Swing Bridge over the River Ouse is getting a £200,000 upgrade to improve safety and reliability.
- Work is scheduled for 17 and 18 October, requiring a weekend closure of the bridge.
- New power cables and control units will be installed to replace machinery dating back to the 19th century.
- Replacement buses will operate between Hull and Doncaster while the work is carried out.