Monmouthshire residents will have the chance to air their views over a proposal to build a footbridge over the River Usk.

Plans to build a walking and cycling footbridge over the river at Llanfoist will be discussed at a meeting held by Monmouthshire County Council at Llanfoist Village Hall, between 10am to 7pm, on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 of September.

MCC will consult the public over its proposal to develop a safer route from Llanfoist to Abergavenny’s town centre, providing an alternative to the Grade II-listed arched stone bridge on the busy A4143.

The new footbridge will be built 300m east of the existing crossing, linked to current routes via a new path along the river Usk heading towards The Bridge public house.

The public will be able to give their views on two design options - a stress ribbon bridge and a box girder structure - both considered most suitable for the 55 metre span across the water.

Both designs have considered flooding risk, visual impact, disabled access and cost. Building is likely to begin within two years.

Councillor Bryan Jones, Monmouthshire’s cabinet member with responsibility for operations said, “This scheme will improve facilities for pedestrians and cyclists traveling between Llanfoist and Abergavenny. 

“We urge residents, stakeholders and interested parties to attend the consultation events and provide us with valuable feedback.”

For further information visit www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/ email [email protected] or telephone 01633 644727.