LUDFORD Bridge remains on target to be open again by the end of April.

But will it be ready for the May Fair that comes to town on Thursday, April 28?

According to an update from Mouchel, Shropshire Council’s consulting engineers, all being well, the bridge is set to reopen on Friday, April 29.

“I’m still hoping a day or so can be shaved off this timetable,” said Andy Boddington, who represents Ludlow on Shropshire Council.

“This would mean that the bridge is open for the Mayfair, which begins on Thursday, April 28.

So far it has been largely possible for the repair to continue to plan although a day was lost due to heavy rain.