Back to work at Bennerley
Contractors resume work after the Covid 19 lockdown. The restoration of the viaduct progresses.
Contractors resume work after the Covid 19 lockdown. The restoration of the viaduct progresses.
Bennerley Viaduct to feature in new TV documentary series on the architecture the railway’s built.
The work programme has been temporarily suspended whilst the Covid 19 lockdown is in place. The work will recommence when it is safe to do so.
“The importance of this viaduct cannot be underplayed, it’s one of only two surviving wrought iron railway structures of this type and is a stunning example of the genius of British engineering.” Historic England
FoBV move into new office base with the support of the Erewash Partnership.
We are delighted to announce that Sir Neil Cossons OBE has agreed to be the patron of the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct.
The commencement of the work is another historic milestone on our journey to reopen the structure
“Inclusion in the World Monuments Watch List is recognition of the cultural significance of the viaduct and of its potential to improve people’s lives”
A bit of information about our wonderful resident newts.
Plans to re-open Bennerley Viaduct after 50 years of closure are given the green light by Broxtowe and Erewash Borough Councils.