Bridging the Ribble
Ramblers, amblers, horse riders and mountain bikers on the Pennine Bridleway National Trail will soon be able to keep their feet dry when crossing the River Ribble – thanks to a joint project by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) and Natural England. Work has begun on a new path and timber bridge that will cross the river near Selside as part of a new bridleway from the B6479 road near the village to an existing track at Dalemire Barn and the Cam Road – a length of approximately 2.5km.
“The bridleway bridge will use an innovative design,” explains Pennine Bridleway Project Officer Peter Lambert. “It involves short lengths of timber to create a bridge with three arches spanning nearly 50 metres.”
“Natural England are delighted that this section will be completed this summer after so many years of hard work and planning,” adds Anna Righton, Natural England Pennine Bridleway Project Manager. “Already, 130 miles of the Pennine Bridleway are open and used by horse riders, mountain bikers and walkers to enjoy the wonderful countryside along its length – completion of this brand new section of bridleway will open up more opportunities for locals and visitors to this area.”
