The bill to restore the popular route for walkers and cyclists is around £5 million.
Almost a year on since bridges and boardwalks were swept away along the popular walking and cycling route, there is some frustration at the speed of progress.
The update meeting will be held at Threlkeld village hall on November 1.
Cath Johnson, Lake District National Park area ranger for the north, says: “I’m aware that there is frustration among users about the length of time it is taking to repair the bridges, especially Rawsome Bridge which has been closed since Storm Desmond.
“While this bridge may appear to look stable and therefore possible to repair, there are many factors to fully consider as part of the overall reconnection.”
The national park authority has no plans in the short term to repair or dismantle the bridge and she urges walkers, cyclists, kayakers and canoeists to keep well away from the site.
Engineering consultants Capita are costing various options available for work to be done, including alternative crossing at places where bridges are missing or damaged.
A full report on these reconnection costs is expected to be completed by Capita by December and a public meeting will be held to discuss the plans.
The long-term reopening of the line was originally expected to take between 18 months and two years.
The meeting at Threlkeld next month will be a drop-in session between 6.30pm and 8pm.
For more information, or to confirm attendance, contact Katie Jackson 01228 673179 or email
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