Rickmansworth Aquadrome bridge replacement underway
A New Year, a new bridge – residents are advised to plan ahead as works to replace the Rickmansworth Aquadrome pedestrian bridge will soon commence.
A new bridge, funded largely by developer contributions, will be installed to serve as the new key link to the 41-hectare nature reserve. It will have a deep red finish and be 48.6m in length and 3m wide – double in width than the old bridge to allow pedestrians, buggies and cyclists to pass each other safely and encourage sustainable travel. The surrounding area will be attractively landscaped to provide a great view of Batchworth Lake.
The replacement will require the bridge and Ebury play area to be closed from Monday 20 January 2025 until Easter for Three Rivers District Council’s contractor, Beaver Bridges, to carry out the work safely. Pedestrians can still access Rickmansworth Aquadrome and town centre during these works. The established diversion route will be in place with on-site signage.
Cllr Chris Lloyd, Three Rivers District Council’s Lead Member for Leisure, said: “This is an exciting milestone for the Aquadrome. We know that the nature reserve is well-loved and well-used by residents and visitors alike but the time has come for a new sustainable replacement so people can continue to have access to this amazing site and experience its unique biodiversity.
“The current bridge is at the end of its useable life and would require multiple repairs over the years. This is not sustainable and would require further disruptive work. The new bridge will serve the users of today and of future generations. It has been carefully designed to strike a balance between the local wildlife and as a visitors’ destination.
“Unfortunately, vital work like this will create some short-term disruption. We apologise for this, and we are striving to keep this to a minimum. We will be putting up signage warning people of the works taking place as well as diversion signs in advance. I thank everyone for their patience and understanding."
The council will be communicating further information on the bridge and play area works in due course. More information on the Rickmansworth Aquadrome project can be found here.
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