A new ramped bridge has opened in Leeds allowing riders, cyclists and pedestrians to safely cross an upgraded section of a railway line which intersects a bridleway.The new bridge, which is located in Moor Garforth just outside Leeds, was funded by Network Rail and includes a rubber surface and mounting blocks on each side.The bridleway previously used a level crossing to cross the railway line but that route was closed due to the TransPennine Route Upgrade electrification of the line. The upgrade work will increase the speed and quantity of train traffic therefore rendering the old crossing unsafe.In December 2021, BHS Yorkshire Access Field Officer, Mark Corrigan, met with Network Rail and Leeds City Councils Rights of Way Officer on-site at Moor Garforth. The BHS provided a key role in the development consultation from start to finish. The new bridge features a rubber surface and ramped access.Safe passageWere really pleased to see this new ramped bridge at Moor Garforth open, giving horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians a safe way to cross the railway again, saidMark Weston,director ofaccess at BHS.The project was funded by Network Rail as part of the TransPennine Route Upgrade. We were glad to work with them and Leeds City Council to help make sure the design works for equestrians, as well as pedestrians and cyclists. Features like the ramped access with rubber surface, and mounting blocks on both sides, make it safer and more accessible for horses and their riders.Wed like to thank Network Rail, contractors J. Murphy & Sons Ltd and all partners involved for working together to deliver this great improvement for the local community.Images Bev Corrigan.Related content#Hack1000Miles riders share motivational tips to get you in the saddleFour things that make hacking easier and more funEquestrians to follow on social media if you love hackingThe post New bridge allows riders to safely cross a railway in Leeds appeared first on Your Horse.