Poole's Twin Sails bridge reopens after mast snaps

Emergency repairs have been carried out

Poole's Twin Sails bridge
Author: Jason BeckPublished 21st Jan 2023

Poole's Twin Sails bridge has reopened to traffic after one of its 55-metre high masts snapped.

The mast broke while the lifting mechanism was being operated on Monday.

BCP Council said engineers had carried out emergency repairs.

A spokesperson said: "Over the weekend and on Monday, we are operating a reduced lifting schedule.

"Lifts will be carried out at 8.30am, 10.30am, 12.30pm and 4.30pm.

Vehicles use the bridge to cross between Poole and Hamworthy.

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