A TfL spokesperson said:
"Battersea Bridge is likely to remain closed for several weeks at least after sustaining serious damage when a barge ran into the bridge yesterday evening (September 20). There will be further investigations today (September 21) to ascertain the full extent of the damage.

The bridge is currently open to pedestrian traffic only

"During this time the following roads will be closed:

  • Battersea Bridge Road northbound with the junction of Prince of Wales Drive
  • Beaufort Street southbound with the junction of King's Road

"Travellers are asked, where possible, to avoid Chelsea Embankment westbound while local diversions are in place or to allow extra time for journeys which involve travelling to or through this area."

The following bus routes will also be diverted whilst the bridge is closed: 49, 239, 319, 345 and night bus N31.

The bridge is currently open to pedestrian traffic only.



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