Historic Swansea Bridge Restoration Enters Final Phase
The final phase will repair timber trestles and lift the historic span back into place for a reopened footpath and cycle route.
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Historic Swansea bridge restoration enters final phase
Complex work to restore and reinstate Swansea’s historic Morfa Bascule Bridge has taken a major step forward, with the final phase of the project now set to begin. Swansea Council has appointed South Wales-based contractor Ian Davies Plant to deliver the next and final stage of the Morfa Bascule Bridge restoration, with construction expected to start soon. Council leader Rob Stewart welcomed the progress, describing the project as an important p…
Major Step Forward for Historic Swansea Bridge Restoration
Complex work to restore and reinstate an historic bridge over the River Tawe in Swansea has taken a major step forward. Swansea Council has appointed South Wales-based contractor Ian Davies Plant to deliver the next – and final – phase of the Morfa Bascule Bridge restoration, with construction expected to begin soon. Council leader Rob Stewart said: “We're delighted to be moving forward with these important works on the famous bascule bridge. …
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