The 300-year-old road bridge at Stamford Bridge had been damaged by traffic, the council said.

Businesses said trade has dropped by a third since the road shut for bridge repairs last month.

Residents say the £350,000 repair project has led to 'traffic chaos'.

The road will be closed to traffic from 20 May with a signed diversion in place.

The 300-year-old crossing at Stamford Bridge needs repairs after being damaged by traffic.

The 300-year-old crossing at Stamford Bridge needs repairs after being damaged by traffic.

Some properties in Stamford Bridge on the River Derwent were left damaged on Monday due to flooding.

The Environment Agency says it is "supporting local communities" in flood-hit areas of Yorkshire.