Bennerley Viaduct in the news.
A major feature on Bennerley Viaduct was published in the Nottingham Evening Post on 29th March 2017.
A major feature on Bennerley Viaduct was published in the Nottingham Evening Post on 29th March 2017.
Construction is starting! This update has some information for our visitors and community about the temporary closure and alternative access routes around the site.
Railway Paths Ltd, the sister charity to Sustrans, is the official owner of the viaduct. In July 2018, the board of RPL agreed to fund the cost of critical repairs to the structure and create access on to the deck of the viaduct. RPL is in the process of raising the necessary funds to enable…
“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”
Plans to restore and reopen Bennerley Viaduct have received a significant boost thanks to a pledge by Broxtowe Borough Council to allocate up to £20,000 towards the project as part of a match funding arrangement. Sustrans, an environmental charity is actively working with local councils, partners and communities to re-open the viaduct and connect it…
On the weekend of May 6th and 7th, more than sixty cyclists took part in this historic event with Raleigh providing a fleet of state-of-the-the art electric bicycles. People came from as far afield as Manchester and Crewe for the event where groups pedalled on the Erewash Valley Trail from Raleigh HQ in Eastwood to Bennerley Viaduct….
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.