Jordangate footbridge, Macclesfield

For safety, the staircase access leading to Jordangate footbridge have been closed on both sides of the A537 Hibel Road, Macclesfield.

What is happening

The steps leading to the Jordangate footbridge, on both sides of the A537 Hibel Road, have been temporarily closed to pedestrians and cyclists after inspections identified significant damage to the concrete steps.

The steps will remain closed until a repair solution has been agreed. The footbridge remains open and can be accessed using the ramps on either side of the bridge.

A signed pedestrian diversion route will be in place from Jordangate car park at Brock Street to the ramp entrance on Cumberland Street.

Further Information 

• The footbridge will remain open with access only via the ramps
• A short footway diversion route is in operation
• Pedestrians and cyclists must use the signed diversion route

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