Neath Port Talbot residents are being asked for their views about plans to restore a Grade II listed structure to connect communities.
The project, called the Newbridge Road Bridge Active Travel Link, will involve reopening it and linking Riverside Road and Newbridge Road to create a safe, accessible route for walking and cycling.
As part of the scheme, a new shared footway will be developed along Riverside Road, and traffic-calming measures will be introduced on Newbridge Road to improve safety and encourage active travel.
Neath Port Talbot Council has successfully secured funding for the project from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund.
The re-opening of Newbridge Road Bridge is being considered alongside the wider Sandfields Masterplan, which aims to make it easier for everyone to walk, cycle or wheel for everyday journeys.
How to have your say
We are holding a public consultation between Monday 2nd February and Sunday 15th March 2026 to gather feedback.
Full details here: https://www.npt.gov.uk/activetravel#consultations.
Drop-in events
There are three drop-in events at two locations where you can discuss the proposals with Neath Port Talbot Council and its consultants, Amey.
Aberavon Leisure Centre, The Princess Margaret Way on:
• Thursday 12th February 2026 9am-5pm
• Friday 13th February 2026 1pm-7:30pm
Aberafan Shopping Centre, Port Talbot, SA13 1PB on:
• Saturday 14th February 2026 9am-12pm
You can give your feedback via the survey: https://forms.office.com/e/avCjCvTtR2
Paper copies of the survey will be at the drop in events listed above, as well as at Sandfields Library (where it should also be returned before the consultation closes on 15th March).
