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New cycle and pedestrian bridge across the M5 opens

A new pedestrian and cycle bridge just north of Junction 29 of the M5 at Exeter opened for public use on Friday afternoon (February 2).

The 60-metre bridge was first lifted into place in November. The finishing touches to landscaping will be completed once the weather improves and the ground dries out. The bridge is a Devon County Council scheme and part of the development linking Cumberland Way and the Exeter Science Park.

The southern footpath on the existing Tithebarn Lane overbridge was removed to create a consistent road width for two-way traffic on the route. 

Councillor Andrea Davis, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for Infrastructure, Development and Waste, said: “This new bridge has been delivered on time and the contractors Dyer and Butler should be congratulated. 

“This bridge provides a safe and convenient crossing over the M5 giving pedestrians and cyclists quick and easy access from the city to the Exeter and East Devon Growth Point and to planned and existing developments to the east of the city.”

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