The infamous Vanbrugh-James bridge is set to close for refurbishment at the end of this month.
Work is being carried out on the notorious scaffolding-clad bridge to divert cables on the bridge itself into a new duct beneath the lake, whilst the scaffolding will finally be removed. There are also plans to install a new handrail.
Acting on the advice of the Health, Safety and Welfare Department, the bridge will be closed for a period from the end of May until the summer break.
Students have often voiced discontent over the “ugliness” of the scaffolding, which is believed to have been first erected over seven years ago.
One final year Psychology student claimed that the move is “better late than never,” saying: “I’m gutted I won’t be able to use the new bridge in all its glory but it’s good to see the University finally doing something about it. It’s been an eyesore throughout my time at York.”
A University spokesman told Vision that the University “apologises for any inconvenience caused,” but said the closure is “necessary for safety reasons during the works.”