A £16m project to transform the Newport Transporter Bridge into a major tourist attraction is progressing.
The project will also see extensive restoration work carried out on the bridge, which will ensure its preservation for future generations.
The new centre, which will be linked to the bridge via a walkway, will allow us to bring the history of the bridge to life through showcasing the personal stories of those who designed, built and used the bridge.
One such important milestone in the bridge’s history was the original sod-cutting ceremony held by the bridge’s constructors back in 1902, which this morning’s ceremony paid homage to.
The Transporter Bridge transformation project is being led by Newport City Council. Funding for the project has been provided by the council, National Lottery Heritage Fund, Welsh Government, and the Wolfson Foundation.
The Friends of Newport Transporter Bridge are also fundraising for the project, and presented a £20,000 donation for the project to Councillor Mudd at this morning’s ceremony.
Residents will be able to keep up to date with progress through a series of behind-the-scenes videos, and the project team will also be developing an outreach programme, ‘Beyond the Bridge’, which will engage with local communities and organisations.
