Connect 2 Northwich Display

Local people in Northwich can see the plans for the new Riversdale Swing Bridge and connecting routes at the Salt Museum between September 1st and 5 th.

The Connect2 Project aims to reinstate the popular bridge, creating a safe and attractive route for pedestrians and cyclists over the River Weaver.

Following the display, Cheshire West and Chester Council intends to prepare and submit a planning application.

Costing around £1.4 million funded by Sustrans Big Lottery Connect2 and Cheshire West and Chester Council, it is hoped that the bridge and connecting routes will come into operation by August 2010.

“It is very important that residents come and see the plans and give us their views” said Cheshire West and Chester Council Culture and Recreation Executive Member Councillor Herbert Manley.

“Until its closure, up to 1,000 people crossed the Riversdale footbridge daily, using it particularly to reach local schools and colleges.

“The new bridge will link to riverside towpaths, the town centre, railway stations and other local facilities.

“And further afield the footpaths and cycle paths in Northwich will link to the Weaver Way, one of the flagship projects in the Weaver Valley.”

The display will be in the library of the Salt Museum, providing information and details on the proposals for Connect2 projects including the Riversdale Bridge.

Opening times will be 10am till 5pm Tuesday to Friday and Saturday 2pm till 5pm.

Staff will be on hand to answer any questions on Tuesday between 10.30am – 12.30pm, Wednesday 2pm till 4pm, Thursday 10am till 12pm, Friday 3pm till 5pm and Saturday 2pm until 5pm.