Title: The Unsung Heroes: How Lincolnshire’s Weighbridges Maintain Efficiency and Safety
Within the breadbasket of Lincolnshire, the modest weighbridge stands as a critical component of local logistics. As of 30 April 2025, new data reflects the significant role these structures play in our county’s vibrant agriculture and transport sectors.
With unerring accuracy and reliability, Lincolnshire’s weighbridges ensure vehicles adhere to safety standards, safeguarding our roads and, ultimately, our wallets. The most recent data, just released from the Lincolnshire CKAN platform, affirms that these infrastructures remain operational across prime locations such as Alford, Bardney, and Blankney.
The statistics display a consistent capacity, with the majority of weighbridges supporting a maximum weight of 50 tonnes, situated on platforms measuring a sizable 50ft by 10ft. Whether you’re a farmer at James Howe Farming in Alford or a haulier dropping in at Woldgrain Storage Ltd in Hemswell, these scales guarantee precision checks.
Remarkably, these weighbridges operate from Monday through to Friday, with some even providing Saturday morning slots—a valuable service for those strict schedules in farming and logistics. For example, the weighbridge at Longwood Quarries opens from 7am to 10.30am on Saturdays, ensuring that weekend activities don’t hit a bump in the road.
This consistent service records no notable fluctuation in either weighbridge numbers or capacity since the last dataset, signifying stability in this necessary facility. The persistent functionality of these weighbridges provides continuous safety and compliance on Lincolnshire’s roads for both residents and local businesses.
Moving ahead, the unwavering service of weighbridges serves as a reminder of their invaluable contribution to economic prosperity and safety. With strategic placement and consistent operations, they still stand as an integral part of Lincolnshire’s smoothly running system.
Data for this report was sourced from Lincolnshire County Council’s open datasets.
