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Mar 2024
'No timescale' for Nidd Viaduct footpath repairs
North Yorkshire Council has said there is no timescale for the reopening of a footpath near Nidd Viaduct.
The council closed the footpath due to 'ongoing land movement' about two weeks ago. The six-month closure order states that "no pedestrian shall proceed along" the route until August 18.
However, it is unclear how long the work will take.
It affects the public right of way approaching the viaduct from the Bilton side of the River Nidd.
The path is part of the Nidderdale Ringway, which is a popular woodland hiking route alongside the river.
Paul Thompson, the council’s assistant director for transport, said:
The council has provided an alternative route. The area surrounding the footpath is open to the public and there are many unofficial routes and paths available.
Nidd Viaduct alternative route. credit: North Yorkshire Council
Cllr Paul Haslam, a Conservative who represents Bilton and Nidd Gorge on the council, said:
Yesterday on social media he added:
More permanent signs stating that the footpath is closed are set to be erected soon to encourage people to avoid the area and follow a diversion.
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