A Bridge Too Far - Of course not.

Out with the old and in with new that is the philosophy on the BLL, well at least it is regarding bridges!

When I first set to building my line back in 2019 one of the things that was crucial to its success - and also ensuring we had a complete 'loop' was a bridge across the path. This was constructed with very little bridge building knowledge (...well none actually!) out of handy pieces of timber which meant it was quite heavy and I needed a removable one to maintain access. A lifting or swivel structure definitely was a bridge too far at the time!

Out with the old...!

The wooden structure actually carried out its role very well but after recently scanning through the 16mm mags. I opted for a replacement, lightweight bridge and eventually after many site meetings, lots of measuring, exchange of e mails I ordered my new bridge from MVL Bridges (many thanks Steve) and hurrah it arrived this week.

Sharp intake of breath at the first fitting, but all was well - all I had to do was add the rail and 'design' a suitable system that would ensure it stayed in the same place each time it was put in location. This was achieved by cutting back a couple of redundant sleepers and positioning them either side of the track 'frame' - seems OK. (see picture below)

Happily the job has been completed and the bridge has now been tested and officially opened by my MD!! (that is Money Director if you didn't know already!!!)

So here are few pictures of the new BLL 'PatioPortabridge'.... 

...in with the new!

The crowd are apprehensive as they wait for the official opening!

"Cut the tape! Cut the tape!!!"

Wot - no Champagne!!!