IRON DONGER BRIDGE OVER THE Rochdale Canal that is Grade II listed, is to be restored.
The bridge was part of the Manchester to Leeds railway, Janet Friend reports.
Crosses between locks 61 and 62
The bridge crosses the Rochdale Canal between locks 61 and 62 near Chadderton. (Image by Network Rail.)
When the bridge was constructed is contained decorative features but they were removed in 2024, with their deterioration making them unsafe and likely to fall on boats or pedestrians.
But there are plans to replace such decorative features during its restoration. The plans for the restoration were approved on Friday 8th May by Oldham Council.
Canal closed
Network Rail tell that for safety, both the canal and towpath will be closed for the duration of the work, though a date has not yet been agreed when this will start.
The closure would be between locks 61 and 62.