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Update issued Tuesday 25 March:

Monmouthshire County Council welcomes the news that the Ministry of Defence has secured funding for the essential works needed to reopen Inglis Bridge.

Inglis Bridge, owned by the MOD, is a vital pedestrian link for the Monmouth community.

Monmouthshire County Council’s Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, said: “I am delighted that the money has been found to refurbish Inglis Bridge. The Monmouth community should feel rightly proud that their persistence in demanding a swift reopening has been fully met. We will all look forward to crossing the bridge safely once again.”

Monmouthshire County Council will continue engaging with the Ministry of Defence and The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

Read the full media release here.

About this page

This page has been set up to provide a platform where residents views can be recorded and used as evidence to further lobby for a resolution to the closure of Footpath 131 Monmouth, required as a result of safety issues on Inglis Bridge.

This is also a space to keep you informed about progress towards the repair or replacement of Inglis Bridge.

The bridge, which is owned by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), forms an important link for pedestrians within the Monmouth community. We appreciate the impact the closure of this route, which began in September 2024, has had on resident’s lives.

How you can help

We would like to ask for your help evidencing the impact of the footpath closure across Inglis Bridge has had on you by completing the short form below.

You can do this by sharing the impact the closure has had on you with us via a short form on this page.

Please use this to tell us how important this route is to you. If you tick the "I consent" option on the last question, your views may then be shared (anonymously) with the MOD and/or Welsh Government in future discussions about the bridge.

We appreciate any time you can spare to share your experiences with us. Thank you.

Previous update issued 20th March, 2025.

Temporary extension of Inglis Bridge closure as MCC and MOD continue discussions

Monmouthshire County Council continues actively engaging with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) regarding the necessary work to reopen Inglis Bridge in Monmouth.

Discussions have been progressing at the highest level to resolve this situation. However, Inglis Bridge remains closed to pedestrians following a survey conducted by the MOD, which indicated that the bridge is unsafe for public access.

The current Temporary Closure Order is due to expire on 3rd April, 2025.

As no resolution with the MOD has been reached, a further six-month extension is currently being sought until the MOD completes the necessary work to make the bridge safe for public use.

Monmouthshire County Council has consistently engaged with the MOD about the reopening and strongly urges the organisation to find a resolution.

Council Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, contacted the MOD again to express the council's profound disappointment with the lack of progress in restoring Inglis bridge. The council has still not received any confirmation regarding a timeline for the commencement of the work.

Council Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, said: "The council recognises the residents' rightful concerns and the impacts of the bridge’s closure on everyone in our Monmouth community. We continue to press the MoD for clarity about the work needed and a date for the reopening of Inglis bridge.

"We share the frustration and inconvenience this closure has caused. We remain committed to keeping the public informed with regular updates on the progress of the discussions and any developments."

Monmouthshire County Council's Cabinet Member for Rural Affairs, Housing & Tourism, Cllr Sara Burch, said: "Inglis Bridge is a vital link for the community to access green space and local amenities.

"Seeking an extension for the closure is the last thing we want to do, but due to the lack of updates or progress by the MOD, we are seeking it to ensure the safety of all."