Tubecon has secured the steel fabrication and erection contract for two pedestrian bridges in Cuckoos Hollow in Werrington, Peterborough. Following a regular inspection of the site, the wooden Werrington Park Footbridge and the Baron Court Footbridges were declared unsafe due to the deterioration of the structures.

With safety in mind, Peterborough City Council took the decision to close the footbridges, to protect members of the public, until replacements could be installed. Diversions were put in place and Cuckoos Hollow remained accessible to visitors.

Appointed by Milestone Infrastructure, on behalf of Peterborough City Council, Tubecon’s extensive experience with footbridges and active travel bridges were of considerable benefit on this particular project. Tubecon is committed to providing sustainable, long-lasting solutions that will require less maintenance and provide long-term value to customers.

Once the old bridges were demolished, the replacement bridges were lifted into position with a crane. The Werrington Park Footbridge is an 18 metre Howe Truss structure, supported on elastomeric bearings on reinforced concrete pile caps and piles. The replacement Baron Court Footbridge is identical in construction but it has an 11 metre span.

The project involved pedestrian diversion and the installation of traffic manangement while the two bridges were installed on site at the park. There was also some landscaping work on site as part of this project, involving formation of the embankments and construction of the approach footpaths.

Tubecon’s approach to bridge construction combines innovative design, strong engineering principles, and sustainability, so that structures require less maintenance and provide long-term value. The steel structure of the new bridges ensures that they will stand the test of time.

David Perry, Associate Director of Tubecon, stated, “We are committed to creating structures that prioritise safety while enhancing the community’s infrastructure. This project exemplifies our commitment to sustainable development and community well-being