Last week I had the pleasure of walking along the banks of the River Ribble in the sunshine with the leaders of “Friends of Tram Bridge”. They’ve been working hard for years to find a way to reopen the Old Tram Bridge, and they’re hoping that Preston City Council’s forthcoming Levelling Up Fund bid will be the answer.
Hearing about their passion project, I could see just how much this means to many people across South Ribble - not only was it a major player in the industrial revolution, but it also holds great sentimental value to generations of families who have walked and cycled across i.
Head to their page and you can keep up to date with the work they’re doing, or even get involved with one of their many walks hosted by Nigel, where he shares his knowledge of the culture and history with the wonderful #Lancashire backdrop.
Let’s get this bridge reopen and restore the much needed local walking and cycling link to Preston
