The Fenella Footbridge in Peel will close on Monday for four weeks.
This is to allow the DoI to carry out essential maintenance.
The bridge’s hydraulic systems will be overhauled, and the structure will be repainted.
This work will require the bridge’s superstructure to be craned out of the harbour and placed on the stone pier behind the seafood bar at Weatherglass Corner. The flap gate under the bridge will not be affected.
Disruption
Gary Saunders, Acting Director of Highway Services, said: “We appreciate that the work will cause some disruption, and we are keen to minimise that.
“However, it is vital that routine maintenance is carried out. We have waited until after the busy summer holidays to do the maintenance but we want to complete the work as soon as possible.
“In September it’s likely to be drier than later in the year, minimising weather-related delays.
“Warmer weather will also help the paint to dry more quickly. In addition, there will be more daylight than later in the year, so our staff can work later into the afternoon,” he added.
Public parking on the stone pier opposite Weatherglass Corner will not be available for the duration of these works. Peel Castle and the House of Manannan remain open to visitors.
The Seafood Bar at Weatherglass Corner and the Peel Breakwater Kiosk will remain open as usual during the works.
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