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Whitby Swing Bridge to close to cars for next three weekends
Whitby Swing Bridge is set to be open to pedestrians and buses only for the next three weekends.
The closures will coincide with the first school Easter holiday (Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29) the Easter weekend (Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6) and final weekend of the school holidays (Saturday, April 11 to Sunday, April 12).
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A spokesperson for the council said the move aims to improve pedestrian safety and to support the town’s economy.
After these closures, there will be multiple others taking part throughout the year to coincide with major events including bank holidays, school holidays, the Whitby Regatta, and both Whitby Goth Weekends in May and October/November.
The closure will take place between 10.30am and 4pm on the respective days.
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