A bridge between two Lincolnshire villages is set to be closed for at least five weeks due to crucial repairs. Maintenance and re-waterproofing of the Baumber Vale Bridge on Hemingby Road will extend its useful life for decades to come.

The bridge links the villages of Baumber and Hemingby. Motorists will need to find alternative routes while the work is carried out due to the closure of Hemingby Road. Additionally, Hemingby residents won’t be able to cross the bridge to catch buses in Baumber.

Work will begin on Monday, June 19. Cllr Richard Davies, executive member for Highways, said: "During the re-waterproofing works the team will carry out a more in-depth structural examination of the bridge and will also do more preventative work to the bridge soffits, parapet fence and the vehicle barrier.

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"Because of the nature of the work, we can’t leave any part of the bridge open to traffic or pedestrians. A full closure of Hemingby Road will be necessary for the duration of the works. A diversion route will be in place and access (or agreed alternative arrangements) to the adjacent properties and business in the nearby area will be arranged.

"Whilst these works are ongoing, I would like to thank everyone effected for their patience and understanding." With regards to access to buses, Cllr Davies added: "The bridge closure means that Hemingby residents won’t be able to cross the bridge to catch buses in Baumber.

"We have worked with the Parish Council regarding bus routes in the area and are advising bus commuters from Hemingby to use LCC’s CallConnect Service to arrange transport from Hemingby. Passengers are advised to take advantage of the full seven days of advanced booking available to maximise their chances of receiving their preferred service."

Diversion route

Clockwise from Hemingby:

Turning right from Belchford Rd onto the A153 south to Horncastle, onto the A158 northwest towards Baumber and onto the B1225 back to the junction with Hemingby Rd.

Anticlockwise from Hemingby:

Turning left from Hemingby Rd onto the B1225 south and then the A158 southeast, both towards Horncastle. In Horncastle, take A153 north towards Louth back to the junction with Belchford Rd.

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