Drivers brace for disruption as temporary lights get installed on historic Dorset bridge

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Drivers in Dorset have been warned to prepare for major delays as temporary traffic lights are introduced on one of Wimborne's busiest historic bridges.Dorset Council is launching a six-week trial on Julian's Bridge this week in a bid to improve safety for pedestrians and test whether a separate footbridge may eventually be needed.The Grade I listed bridge, which dates back to the 17th century, crosses the River Stour and is considered too narrow to safely cope with both modern traffic and pedestrians at the same time.

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Under the trial, temporary traffic lights will control one-way traffic over the bridge, creating enough room for a temporary pedestrian walkway along part of the road.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The move is expected to cause disruption between Lake Gates roundabout and Wimborne town centre, particularly during busy periods and the upcoming Wimborne Folk Festival.

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Local councillor Andy Todd admitted the plan would frustrate motorists but insisted the disruption was...

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