Contractors have begun essential repair work on a small bridge on the Nottinghamshire section of the Great Central Railway. Bridge 302A is approximately half way between the villages of Ruddington and East Leake on the line.
While it’s only a small structure the repair work is expected to cost around £30,000 and it must be completed before it can carry passenger trains again. Contractors have now lifted the rails from the bridge so repairs can begin.
Andy Fillingham from Great Central Railway (Nottingham) said: “We’re working hard to return heritage passenger trains to the line, so our visitors can explore this part of the world. A lot of our ‘to do’ list has been ticked off but reparing bridge 302A is one last remaining hurdle.
“Our supporters have already raised £2,000 towards the expected £30,000 cost and it’s good to report work is now underway. We’re very grateful to everyone who is contributing to reviving the railway, part of the ambitious scheme to reconnect Leicester and Nottinghamshire with heritage trains.”
Donations to support the Bridge 302A repair programme can be made via the LNER(GC) Heritage Trust at lnergctrust.org