During an inspection by Teignbridge District Council in 2023 (after a tree fell and caused damage) it was found the structure underneath the wooden bridge in the Manor Gardens, Dawlish, was unsafe.

Nearly a year on, and despite previous reassurances, the Council have removed the old bridge and insinuated that a replacement is not financially viable. This isn’t a Public Right Of Way but given its historical use, we feel TDC have a responsibility as such to maintain, protect and preserve it.

This bridge is used a lot by locals and is important.