Repair work on the listed bridge is estimated to have cost in the region of £75,000. The work involved the building of a new foundation for the bridge’s south-western wing wall and rebuilding the bridge’s collapsed wing and parapet walls.

Councillor Simon Jones, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member responsible for bridge maintenance said:

‘‘I’m pleased that it has been possible to complete the work and re-open the bridge despite the wet weather that we have experienced recently. Because the bridge is a listed building, the repair has been carried out in consultation with the Council’s conservation team ’’.

Local ward member for Cleobury Mortimer, Councillor Gwilym Butler added;

“I would like to thank the officers from Shropshire Council and the contractors in the way they have given this repair priority to get it re-opened. It is a vital artery within the community and I know residents and businesses alike will be pleased.”