A collaborative effort between Balfour Beatty and The City of Edinburgh Council is underway to restore the historic North Bridge.

The 125-year-old bridge, a Category A listed structure, is a vital transportation link in the city centre. The refurbishment project aims to preserve the bridge's structural integrity and ensure its continued use for generations to come.

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Construction on the North Bridge began in 1897, and the structure serves as a vital transportation link in Edinburgh's city centre. The refurbishment project, budgeted at £18.5 million, is designed to address the bridge's aging infrastructure and ensure its continued use for "current and future generations," according to the City of Edinburgh Council.

The project will encompass a variety of works, including:

• Stonework repairs and cleaning

• Refurbishment of the bridge's waterproofing system

• Improvements to the undercroft area, located beneath the bridge's roadway

• Upgrades to drainage and lighting systems

The City of Edinburgh Council expects the refurbishment project to be completed in 2027.