Update on Wye Valley Viaduct Closure: New Bridge Considered for Long-Term Solution Friday, April 3, 2026 wyevalley blackbridge viaduct lydbrook gloucestershire herefordshire footbridge railway heritage infrastructure A new bridge could provide a lasting solution to reopen a vital footpath over the River Wye in the Forest of Dean. The Black Bridge, which links Lydbrook in Gloucestershire to Welsh Bicknor in Herefordshire, has long been a … Read More
Update on Wye Valley Viaduct Closure as Long-Term Bridge Solution Explored Friday, April 3, 2026 wye viaduct bridge lydbrook forestofdean footbridge restoration gloucestershire heritage wyevalley A long-term solution is being sought to restore the Black Bridge, a vital link over the River Wye in the Forest of Dean, amid growing frustration from local villagers. This historic footbridge connects Lydbrook in … Read More
Calls Mount to Reopen Beloved Wye Valley Black Bridge Amid Resident Frustration Wednesday, March 25, 2026 blackbridge wyevalley fod lydbrook gloucestershire reopening footbridge repairs closure hiking Residents of Lydbrook and Welsh Bicknor have voiced growing frustration as the beloved Black Bridge, a vital link across the River Wye, remains closed. Known also as the Stowfield Bridge, this former railway viaduct connects … Read More
Calls Grow to Reopen Beloved Wye Valley Black Bridge Amid Resident Frustrations Wednesday, March 25, 2026 wyevalley blackbridge lydbrook repair closure gloucestershire footbridge wyevalleywalk infrastructure community Villagers and walkers are rallying for the urgent repair and reopening of the Black Bridge, a cherished crossing over the River Wye connecting Lydbrook in the Forest of Dean with Welsh Bicknor in Herefordshire. Also known as … Read More
Dumped Sofa Photo Becomes Viral Tourist Spot and Wins Prestigious Portrait of Britain Award Monday, January 26, 2026 sofa photography tourism community award portrait britain lydbrook lifestyle art A striking photograph of a discarded sofa that unexpectedly transformed into a community landmark has earned the prestigious Portrait of Britain award. Captured by local photographer Alex Elton-Wall, the image features Amaya, … Read More
Huge Fire Engulfs Lydbrook Barn, Sending Smoke for Miles Saturday, April 19, 2025 lydbrook fire smoke barn gloucestershire investigation blaze damage structure cause A substantial barn fire occurred in Lydbrook on Saturday, April 19, with billowing smoke visible from a distance as the fire took hold of the structure. Four fire engines were dispatched, and it took three hours to bring the … Read More