Greyfriars Bridge – Lighting Repairs

Shrewsbury Town Council are taking steps to improve public safety with essential repairs to the electrical lighting on Greyfriars Bridge. These works are scheduled to take place this evening.

In recent months, the footway lamps has persistently faulted leading to exploratory works. Upon investigation, our team have discovered that a section of concealed mild-steel conduit had severely corroded, allowing water to enter the system and disrupt the supply. While temporary repairs were carried out, the exceptional rainfall experienced on Saturday 20th September led to another failure of the lights.

Cllr Alex Wagner, Shrewsbury Town Councillor for Quarry & Coton Hill, said:
Keeping our town safe and accessible is a top priority. This solution makes sure the bridge is properly lit while longer-term repair works are arranged. I’d like to thank officers and contractors for responding so promptly to this issue.

With the nights drawing in and the upcoming clock change, the Town Council are now acting swiftly to put in place a reliable interim solution. Working in partnership with Shropshire Council, who are responsible for the bridge structure, our electrical contractor is installing modern, low-energy, weatherproof LED fittings. These new units provide effective and consistent illumination, ensuring that the bridge remains safe and accessible for all pedestrians.

Cllr Kate Halliday, Shrewsbury Town Councillor for Belle Vue, said:
Greyfriars Bridge is an important pedestrian route for many local residents in Coleham. I’m pleased that the Town Council has acted quickly to ensure the safety of people walking across the bridge, particularly as the evenings are getting darker."