SIGNIFICANT structural work on two key resources – Aberdyfi Quay and Bryn Llestair footbridge – has been completed.

A short ceremony was held to officially open both the quay and bridge, following work which will ensure that they will continue bring enjoyment to people for years to come.

Work on the quay, carried out by Gwynedd Council in a project worth about £4 million, included improving the existing wall, resurfacing work and improving access in and out of the water for all users.

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The scheme was jointly funded by Welsh Government and Gwynedd Council's Asset Management Plan.

The financial support via Welsh Government’s Coastal Risk Management Programme is helping the community adapt to rising sea levels by improving flood protection and coastal erosion for 20 properties in Aberdyfi.

Although the work on the Bryn Llestair bridge in the town was completed about a year ago, the council took advantage of the opportunity to celebrate the construction of a new bridge to replace the old structure, which had been closed for some years due to its poor and dangerous condition.

The bridge – known to some as Picnic Island bridge – crosses the Cambrian railway line and links Aberdyfi to the surrounding hills.

Cllr Berwyn Jones, Gwynedd Council's cabinet member responsible for Gwynedd Consultancy Service, who led the work on these two projects in Aberdyfi, said: "The quay slipway is vital for a number of harbour activities which contribute significantly to Aberdyfi's local economy.

“The scheme has been in development for some years and I am pleased to say that the work has now been completed for the benefit of all users.

"I was also pleased to see the new-look Bryn Llestair bridge, which I hope will be put to good use as people take advantage of the opportunity to explore this beautiful area."