The Bridge is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year. There is a £1 toll for motor vehicles and is free of charge to pedestrians and cyclists – no booking required.
Is Clifton Suspension Bridge shut?
Like a number of other bridges in Bristol at the moment, it’s currently closed for repairs.
Is Clifton bridge closed tonight?
Showing only service updates for Clifton Bridge South, S-bound. No reported disruptions at the moment.
Can I pay by card Clifton Suspension Bridge?
You can pay by cash or card (contactless only). The following coins are accepted – £2, £1, 50p, 20p and 10p only. No change or receipts are given.
Where can I take a picture of Clifton Suspension Bridge?
But the most picturesque pictures of the bridge itself are often taken from a spot at the top of The Slider, near the Observatory, or from the open space next to the Avon Gorge Hotel – both on the Bristol side of the bridge.
Is Bristol Bridge open to cars?
Bristol Bridge has been closed to general traffic since August 2020, when it was shut as part of plans to improve air quality. However, Bristol City Council says the 2.4-mile diversion route will “temporarily allow access to all traffic following the official diversion without incurring fines”.
How long is Clifton Bridge closed for?
We’ve also reopened one lane at Queens Drive slip road so traffic can once again access the bridge. Planned Overnight Eastbound closures, including the Queens Drive slip road will continue throughout September to enable us to complete the remaining work. Our target to reopen all lanes remains the end of November 2021.
Why is the A52 closed?
Overnight road closure at Gamston roundabout: May 2022. We’re carrying out improvement work at Gamston roundabout, which is part of the A52 Nottingham Junction Improvement scheme. We’re currently in the first phase of our main works at this junction, and will be moving into Phase 2 from mid-May 2022.
Is Clifton Suspension Bridge Closed For Balloon Fiesta?
At points during the event, Clifton Suspension Bridge will be entirely closed. There will be no access to the bridge for pedestrians and vehicles from 6pm to midnight on the Thursday and Saturday of the festival – coinciding with the nightglows.
Is Clifton Bridge lit up at night?
The Clifton Suspension Bridge lit up at night is an iconic image for people in Bristol and the rest of the world. However, the journey of the illuminations hasn’t been an easy one for the team at the bridge.
Does Suspension Bridge take card?
currently operating on contactless payment only. using a contactless card.
Can I pay cash toll on Bay bridge?
Cash tolls are no longer collected at the Bridge.
Payment may be made using a credit card, cash, check or money order, and can be paid online, by phone, or in person at a cash payment location. Our Toll Payment Options section explains each option in more detail and offers links to each payment portal.
Does Bay bridge accept cash toll?
Your license plate number will be used to link your vehicle to your payment. A One-Time Payment can be made online with a credit card or by cash, check or money order at Cash Payment Locations*.
Where is the best place to view the Clifton Suspension Bridge?
Climb Observatory Hill
There is a spectacular view of the bridge from Observatory Hill in Clifton.
How do you get a view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge?
Take the No 8 circular bus from Bristol Temple Meads railway station or at the Centre Promenade opposite the Hippodrome theatre (near the statue of Neptune). Get off the bus at Clifton Village or at Christ Church, Clifton. The bridge is a short level walk from either of these bus stops.
Can you see sunset from Clifton Suspension Bridge?
A good vantage point and skyline shots for budding photographers, you can see the whole Avon valley below! Note it is a toll bridge if you’re driving across…
Can I take my car into Bristol?
Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay. Over 71% of vehicles travelling into Bristol already meet the zone’s emission standards. Only older and more polluting vehicles will be charged.
Can you drive a diesel car into Bristol?
No vehicles are banned from entering Bristol’s Clean Air Zone but older and more polluting vehicles will have to pay a daily charge.
Can I drive over Bristol Bridge Bristol?
Redcliffe Bascule Bridge is closed to motor-vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists until November 2022. Bristol City Council have provided details on the diversion route over Bristol Bridge as follows: General vehicles can only use Bristol Bridge if they are using the diversion route as detailed in the map below.
How many people died on the Clifton Suspension Bridge?
The Clifton Suspension Bridge is well known as a suicide bridge and is fitted with plaques that advertise the telephone number of The Samaritans. Between 1974 and 1993, 127 people fell to their deaths from the bridge.
How long does it take to walk across the Clifton Suspension Bridge?
about 1 hour
Our over and under circular walk begins (and ends) on the Clifton side of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and takes about 1 hour. The route is along public highways and rights of way, mostly through National Trust woodland. The paths are steep in places and can be muddy.