Bridge closed for half term

Tuesday February 9, 2010

Hammersmith Bridge will be closed to all traffic for half term week, running from February 13 to 22, while major works are carried out on either side of the bridge. The closure will be from 5am on February 13 until 5am on February 22.

The bridge will also close every weekend until March 15, from 5am on Saturdays until 5am on Mondays. The bridge will, however, remain open to pedestrians and cyclists at all times.

Residents living on both sides of the bridge will still be able to access their properties. Diversions will be in place for buses 33, 72, 209, 283, 419, 485 and 609.

» See map of bus route changes

The Hammersmith Bridge Road improvements include a new bus barrier and toucan crossing, while pavement and roads will be resurfaced.

Meanwhile, Transport for London has agreed that Kensington & Chelsea Council can close Albert Bridge, linking Chelsea with Battersea, on February 15 for 18 months.

For details call 020 8753 3443 or 020 8753 3082 or email: michael.masella@lbhf.gov.uk.

For details on local bus route diversions, visit www.tfl.gov.uk (opens new window).