A530 Baddington Lane - Weight Restriction 

Baddington Lane bridge carries the A530 Baddington Lane over the dismantled Nantwich to Market Drayton railway line. The bridge is owned and managed by the Historic Railways Estate (HRE).

An assessment of the bridge has identified that it has reduced structural capacity and as a result a temporary 7.5 tonne structural weight limit has been implemented. The weight restriction came into effect on 29 September 2025.

There is also an embankment slip on the southern approach to the bridge; this will be addressed as part of any forthcoming solution.

The traffic signals will remain in place until a solution for both the bridge and the embankment has been implemented.

We are currently carrying out an options study, which looks at different ways of fixing the issue and allows us to compare the costs and benefits to decide the best solution. We expect to receive the final report in March 2026.

Diversion route 

A signed diversion route is in place. Drivers are reminded not to use Coole Lane as a diversion, as it is unsuitable for vehicles over 10 tonnes.

During works at Peacock Roundabout, drivers using the A530 Baddington Lane diversion will need to follow the Peacock Roundabout diversion to rejoin the Baddington Lane route beyond the works. The diversion is available on the Roadworks Map.

We have also liaised with local haulage and bus companies to ensure they are aware of the restriction and the approved route. The road remains open under traffic management to all vehicles under 7.5 tonnes.

Updates will be provided on this webpage and via our highways X account @CECHighways as soon as more information becomes available.

We understand this issue may cause inconvenience and thank road users for their patience while we work with the HRE to implement a long term solution.

Further information

• Temporary traffic lights are in place and may be moved to support investigation works.
• Coole Lane must not be used as a diversion route.
• Emergency access will be maintained, the emergency services are aware of the weight restriction and diversion arrangements.
• Delays are possible and motorists should plan journeys accordingly.
• Local businesses remain open.