The Slaithwaite building connections group was founded by local residents who are passionate about maintaining and improving vital community assets, such as this vital bridge.
The group, set up by Dan, Sue and Sarah have a background in community work, fund raising and complex capital projects, and share a common passion to ensure everyone in the community can access and enjoy green space, of which this bridge enables.
We're involved in this campaign because we think it's a huge shame the bridge over the River Colne at Upper Mills has not been replaced since it was knocked down during a storm in January 2025.
The fundraising will be organised by the Slaithwaite building connections group but the funds will be held by the Valleys Anchor Community Interest Company, set up to specifically support local community projects like this.