Walking Route Opens After Bridge Rebuild

Walking Route Opens After Bridge Rebuild

A footpath on the border of East and West Sussex has reopened after the rebuilding of a bridge which linked the two halves of the county of Sussex.

The path running between Shovelstrode Lane and the A264 Holtye Road near Ashurst Wood, north of Forest Row, had been closed for much of the early part of 2019 whilst bridge work took place.

The bridge rebuilding project was funded by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) and completed by rangers from East Sussex County Council (ESCC).

A spokesperson from ESCC said: “We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused during the closure and are happy to be able to announce the reopening of the route following the rebuilding of the bridge.”

A WSCC spokesperson added about the project and the council co-operation: “We’d like to thank East Sussex County Council for acting pro-actively and delivering an improved crossing for walkers.”

More information about rights of way in East Sussex, visit: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/rightsofway