THIS is the first look at a new Maryhill foot and cycle bridge could look if it's given the green light by Glasgow City Council.
As previously revealed by the Evening Times, a planning application has been submitted for the new Stockingfield Bridge with construction expected to begin in the autumn.
The new footbridge over the Forth & Clyde Canal in Glasgow is set to permanently link three communities in the north of the city for the first time since the waterway opened in 1790.
Now, artists impressions have revealed how the site could be transformed if the bid is given the go-ahead.
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The ‘spire’ of the twin-span, cable-stayed suspension bridge will tower some 100 feet over the waterway and will be lit by a state-of-the-art LED lighting system inspired by The Kelpies.
It’s anticipated the bridge will be ready as soon as autumn 2021.
The project, delivered by Scottish Canals with funding from Sustrans and the Glasgow City Council Vacant Derelict Land Fund, will provide a new traffic-free link between the communities of Maryhill, Gilshochill and Ruchill – as well as spectacular views over the city.
Cyclists and walkers currently have to use the narrow pavement of a busy and unlit road tunnel under the canal in order to move between the three communities.
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Councillor Susan Aitken, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: “It’s evident from the tremendous amount of activity now taking place across the area that the North of Glasgow’s time has come and that the canal has been a major catalyst.
"From the wholesale regeneration of Sighthill to new housing and business developments and world-class sporting facilities ‘Glasgow’s other waterway’ is once again a tremendous city asset.
“That there are now ambitious plans for the first bridge to be built over the canal connecting these communities in around 230 years highlights the rebirth taking place along its banks.
"There will be so much more to come from this part of the city in the years to come as we and our partners work together to realise the potential of the canal and North Glasgow.”
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