Bridge in popular Cardiff park forced to close to public after act of vandalism

Credit: Bute Park

A bridge in a popular Cardiff park has been forced to close after an act of vandalism saw a burned-out motorbike abandoned on it.

Blackweir Bridge, which connects Bute Park to Pontcanna Fields is closed until further notice.

Pictures posted on social media show the bridge was left scorched after the incident on Thursday.

The bridge is closed due to a burned-out motorbike Credit: Bute Park

A statement on the park's social media platforms said: "Due to vandalism, Blackweir Bridge is closed until further notice. Please use an alternative route."

The popular bridge over the river Taff has been cordoned off on both sides with alternative routes in place over Western Avenue or the Millenium Bridge.

The bridge was closed from April 2020 to March 2021 due to social distancing measures and for structural repairs.