Local volunteers have teamed up with Newtown councillors to try and save a "treasured landmark" from further deterioration.
Newtown & District Civic Society has offered to help the town council to try to secure funding for a renovation project on the almost 200-year-old Long Bridge.
Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council was told last month that despite commitments from Powys County Council (PCC) for weeding and drain clearance tasks, any additional funding for the repair and renovation of the Grade II-listed stone bridge will not be available from PCC or the Welsh Government.
The town council said its partnership with the civic society "demonstrates the strong community spirit and dedication to preserving the historical heritage of Newtown" adding that the bridge holds "immense historical significance and has been an integral part of Newtown's community for generations".
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A town council spokesperson said: “A partnership between the town council and the civic society represents the essence of community-led initiatives, where residents and organisations join hands to protect and enhance our shared heritage.
"Further details regarding the joint efforts and fundraising initiatives will be shared in due course.
"Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council looks forward to working closely with the Newtown & District Civic Society to try to secure the necessary resources for the restoration of this treasured landmark.”
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