Prizes up for grabs for school pupils in creative writing challenge
Pupils across Telford have just a few weeks left to enter the naming challenge for the new railway station footbridge, ahead of its official opening planned for December.
The challenge is the second part of the Big Bridge Challenge, launched as part of The Year of Engineering - a government campaign, which aims to celebrate the world of engineering.
More than 100 pupils have already submitted suggestions including just one for ‘Bridgey McBridge Face’. The challenge is open to all school pupils across the borough and will close at 5pm on Friday November 9.
Cabinet member for Transport, Infrastructure & Broadband, Councillor Hilda Rhodes said: “There are some very keen young minds in Telford and we would welcome their creative energy in helping us find a name for the new bridge.
“There have already been some brilliantly creative entries and even I have learnt a thing or two about Telford’s history so thank you to those who have already taken part.
“It’s important that young people growing up in Telford have a sense of pride in their town and making sure we get them involved with projects like this will hopefully instill that pride and respect well into the future.
Other common themes include the ‘Telford 50 Anniversary Bridge’ and ‘Telford’s Golden Anniversary Bridge’.
The simple challenge requires a little research about the area providing grounds for a good name and a short explanation about why the name is a good suggestion. To enter
- Visit the website
- Submit hand written copies to Southwater Library
- Post entry forms to Bridge Challenge, 1st Floor Addenbrooke House, Ironmasters Way, Telford, TF3 4NT
The names will then be presented to the Council’s cabinet members to decide the most suitable name that will be announced at the official unveiling, currently planned for December.
The footbridge had its second section lifted into place at the end of September and work has been progressing to complete the remaining works including finishing the central drum area, installing lifts, preparing for the ramps and stair access along roof panels, lighting and landscaping.
The old footbridge is planned for removal towards early December which will be carried out during an overnight closures of the A442 and Rampart Way.
The old bridge will continue to be the main access until the new bridge is opened. Visit www.Telford/gov.uk/footbridge for full details about the project.
