Shropshire Council Revises Ludlow B4361 Closure to Accommodate Food Festival

Shropshire Council revised plans to extend the 24-hour closure of the B4361 Coronation Avenue in Ludlow to minimize disruption to the Ludlow Food Festival scheduled for September 12-14. Initially, the road closure for maintenance on Corve Culvert was set to last until September 18, but following local concerns, the council now intends to fully reopen the road or at least operate two-way traffic signals by September 12. The maintenance work includes concrete repairs, construction of a new concrete slab with a waterproof layer, drainage, and surfacing. The project was delayed due to the discovery of a disused cast iron gas duct that was lower than expected, preventing concrete pouring; the duct has since been removed. Council members David Vasmer and Andy Boddington expressed satisfaction with the revised schedule, emphasizing the importance of the festival as Ludlow's signature event and the need for smooth traffic flow for visitors. The council thanked officers and contractors for adjusting the timeline to support the festival and minimize disruption to the historic town.