I gather it is hoped that the Cress-brook Mill bridge (usual access for Moat and WCJ Cornice) will be open before the end of the year. Though unlikely to be available for much (if any) of the usual climbing season.
I believe the Peak District National Park Foundation (a charity “established to raise funds to care for The Peak District National Park and make it more inclusive”) was pleasantly surprised by the success of their appeal. They raised £49k in total, including £12,024 raised via the Enthuse platform (plus gift aid). They are not seeking any more donations for this appeal but have many others.
The total cost of the contract for the work (being commissioned by the Peak District National Park Authority) was estimated at £180k.
The Authority has agreed to cover the removal costs of the existing structure (around £20,000) however the remaining funds will be need to sourced from alternative means.
It is anticipated that a large proportion of this will be covered by a Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) grant which has Access as one of its key outcomes.
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https://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/learning-about/news/current-news/replacing-the-footbridge-at-cress[DELETE THIS]brook-mill]
