Popular attraction at Rushden Lakes closed for urgent safety work and repairs

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Visitors to Rushden Lakes shopping centre will not be able to walk around the Skew Bridge lake today (Tuesday) due to a closure.

The circular walk around the lake will be closed for repairs for structural repairs and removal of graffiti, as well as play equipment getting a lick of paint.

A statement from Rushden Lakes said: “Please be aware the path around Skew Bridge Lake will be closed tomorrow and will re-open on Wednesday, May 22 for painting work and structure repairs.

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"By refreshing/repairing the viewing areas, structures and play equipment, and removing graffiti The Wildlife Trust hope to make it a more attractive and safer public space.”

The popular walk is due to re-open tomorrow (Wednesday, May 22).

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