Kelsey Park replacement footbridge

The Kelsey Park Bridge Project focused solely on the replacement of the footbridge located at the south end of the park, near to the Stone Avenue Entrance, which provides access through the park and a more direct route to park amenities. This decision was made by the council's Executive in November 2022, following the completion of a detailed option appraisal. The replacement of the second bridge will be dependent on securing funding, and Officers will seek to collaborate with the Friends group to explore any opportunities that may arise for its future replacement.

The November 2022 Committee Report approves the replacement of Bridge B. Kelsey Park Replacement Bridges Committee Report 2022 (PDF - 1,847KB).

Kelsey Park is one of the borough’s most prestigious and loved parks, which we recognise serves as both an important wildlife habitat and community hub.

The two pedestrian timber glulam bridges within the park were closed in late 2021 due to health and safety concerns. A subsequent structural report, completed in December 2021, confirmed that the bridges were no longer safe and had reached the end of their usable lifespan. The larger bridge has now been renewed. Progress on replacing the second bridge will rely on the availability of funding, with Council Officers intending to work alongside the Friends group to explore any potential opportunities for its future replacement.