Restoration work on the road deck began in 2005 and the bridge was found to be in a much more fragile condition than first thought. Engineers had to develop new techniques to strengthen the 160-year-old cast iron bridge. Solutions have included supporting existing beams with new ones wand undertaking testing and research into the strength of the cast iron.

The official opening was followed by an open day for members of the public, where members of the engineering teams of May Gurney and Network Rail were available to explain the work.