Notice Archive / Sutton Weaver swing bridge in Sutton Weaver.
Navigation Restriction and Towpath Closure Notice from 21 October 2025 at 08:00 to 4 March 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Sutton Swingbridge, ending at Sutton Swingbridge.
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Summary
| Type | Navigation Restriction and Towpath Closure |
| Start Date | 21 October 2025 at 08:00 |
| End Date | 4 March 2026 at 16:00 |
| Start Location | Sutton Swingbridge |
| Ends Location | Sutton Swingbridge |
Updates
6 May 2025 at 09:07
We are carrying out a programme of essential repairs to the Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, which crosses the River Weaver near Frodsham. The bridge, which is nearly 100 years old and based on a Victorian design, requires works to replace and repair existing mechanical and electrical elements to make it safe and fit for purpose. Specialist engineers will replace all electrical cables, as well as install a new control panel and new motors to operate the swing bridge. New flashing warning and navigation lights will be installed, as well as new systems that will ensure the bridge is always in the correct position, when open or closed.
This restriction will only apply to craft that normally require a bridge swing.