Plans approved for new pedestrian and cycle bridge across the River Taff

The next stage of the Cardiff project will see the council develop a funding strategy

Plans have been approved for a new pedestrian and cycle bridge to be built across the River Taff. Approved on Tuesday, June 4 at Cardiff Council’s Planning Committee, the bridge will span from The Marl in Grangetown to Hamadryad Park in Butetown.

The new crossing is part of the council’s regeneration of the Channel View area plans, a scheme within the Council’s ambitious housing project to deliver 4,000 new homes across the city.

Together, the development and new crossing is aimed at helping create a more connected, accessible neighbourhood, supporting both existing and future residents.

A funding strategy has yet to be confirmed but it will be developed as part of the next stage of the scheme. Never miss a Cardiff story by signing up to our daily newsletter here

The bridge will provide a more accessible, safer and user-friendly route, improving the experience for people walking, wheeling and cycling between Grangetown and Butetown.

At around 165 metres in length and six metres wide, the bridge has been designed with space for both pedestrians and cyclists.

Cabinet member for housing and communities, Cllr Lynda Thorne, said: “The new bridge plays an important role in our vision for the regeneration of Channel View and the wider area, as well as improving active travel across the city.

“It will provide a safe, dedicated route for walking and cycling, creating a new east–west connection across the river that will encourage more sustainable journeys and reduce reliance on cars. We will continue to explore funding options to help deliver the bridge and strengthen key routes in our active travel network.”