WORKS will finally begin to install a brand new bridge at a Kidderminster park after the previous one was "damaged beyond repair."

Wyre Forest District Council removed the footbridge Springfield Park in August 2023 after it was hit by vandalism.

It was initially shut in July last year as it was deemed "unsafe" and in need of repair.

Earlier this year, residents questioned why it was taking so long to replace the footbridge, with one describing it as a "vital link between two sections of the park."

In April, Wyre Forest District Council said that the brook which the bridge goes over is listed as a salmon breeding area. They said this has "restricted" them because of the salmon breeding season, which ran up to March. The council also said they were waiting on additional updates from Worcestershire County Council.

Now, the county council has confirmed that works will begin next week on installing a new bridge.

On X, formerly Twitter, Worcestershire County Council said: "The new polymer bridge with reinforced concrete foundations will replace the previous one, which was damaged beyond repair".

They also added that the works will be completed during winter 2024/ 2025.