# Bristol Bridge Repair Bill Surprises | Bristol News

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Podcast: [Bristol News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bristol-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574695)
Published: 2026-07-11T17:52:41+00:00
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Bristol’s iconic Vauxhall Bridge, made famous by the show Skins, is facing a massive budget bump—now projected at £5.7 million instead of the initial £2 million. The surprise cost? Eighty percent of the structure needs replacing, revealing hidden decay beneath the surface. While tearing it down and rebuilding would’ve cost £20–30 million, saving it is still a smart move. Closed since October last year, this historic bridge—damaged in WWII, once a swing bridge, and last swung in 1935—will reopen early next year. It’s part of a £16 million government-backed project restoring seven other bridges, proving that old infrastructure holds surprises—and sometimes, saving it is the smarter, cheaper choice. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8af531419ccf3960

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