Stockton riverside fireworks display to close roads in November
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 06:02 · Archive
Road closures and footbridge restrictions will be in place in Stockton from October 29 to November 3 for a riverside fireworks display on November 1.
Stockton Council has announced that roads and footbridges in the borough will be temporarily closed to enable the safe operation of the Stockton fireworks display returning to the riverside on Sunday, November 1.
The traffic restrictions will come into effect from October 29 and are anticipated to remain until November 3. Multiple roads will be closed with traffic management signs in place, temporary clearways created on some roads, and reserved parking spaces and Hackney Carriage stands suspended. The Millennium Footbridge, Infinity Footbridge and Bishop Street Footbridge will be temporarily closed. An existing no-right-turn restriction will also be temporarily lifted.
The fireworks display forms part of a full day of entertainment running from 12pm to 9pm, featuring a funfair, food and drink stalls, and live music. Fireworks will begin at 6.30pm to a modern orchestral soundtrack. The council has warned that bus services may be affected during the period, although pedestrian and emergency access will be maintained except in areas deemed unsafe. Further details of affected roads and specific restrictions can be found on Stockton Council's website.
How it is being reported
- Stockton roads to close for riverside fireworks display return - public noticeStockton fireworks display brings road closures, clearways and footbridge restrictions from October 29 to November 3, Stockton Council says.The Northern Echo · 25 Oct, 05:30
- Stockton roads to close for riverside fireworks display return - public noticeStockton fireworks display brings road closures, clearways and footbridge restrictions from October 29 to November 3, Stockton Council says.Darlington & Stockton Times · 25 Oct, 05:30
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