Cumberland Council’s highways team has reopened the Cocker Bridge in Cockermouth to two-way traffic today (Friday, 12 July).
Following a further structural assessment, a new safeguard has been put in place that has allowed the bridge to reopen and remain protected from the partially collapsed Old Courthouse building.
An alternative screening protection has been put in place and the scaffolding on the bridge has been removed.
The bridge reopening coincides with Cockermouth’s Charities Week which starts on Monday 15 July.
The event is organised by Cockermouth & District Chamber of Trade with stalls all around the streets on Saturday 20 July.
Most of the businesses are organising their own fundraising efforts, with competitions, games, prize draws and more for the charities of their choice. There will also be a free children’s treasure hunt and an Eat in To Help Out initiative to encourage residents to cook for their friends in return for a donation.
To find out more about Cockermouth Charities Week visit www.cockermouthonline.co.uk or follow Cockermouth Town on Facebook or Instagram.