Navigation Restriction on Approaches to Somerleyton Swing Bridge

Notice is hereby given that a survey will be carried out on Somerleyton Swing Bridge, which will involve a modular floating pontoon and tower scaffold being positioned underneath the bridge. A safety workboat will be on site to advise any navigating vessels when they can safely pass through. The works are due to take place on Tuesday 4^th August 2026, between the hours of 08:00 and 17:00.

Note: During the above period, navigation will remain open and the bridge will be operating under normal procedures. However, vessels must exercise great care whilst proceeding past the vicinity of the works.

Please ensure that this survey is taken into consideration for passage planning and when navigating in this area.

Grid Reference TM 47558 96751 (shown in red on the plan extract).

All equipment will be lit, and signage will be in place to warn of the restriction.

Please contact the Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY Tel (01603) 610734 if additional information is required.

Waterways Project Officer

August 2026