FRIENDS OF NEWPORT TRANSPORTER BRIDGE
Welcome to the Friends of Newport Transporter Bridge website, where we update our members on news and events, welcome new members and provide information on the Bridge.
Newport Transporter Bridge, River Usk at high tide and cloudless blue sky
Historical image of Newport Transporter bridge being constructed
Community garden runner beans and sweet peas in a planter with the Newport Transporter Bridge in the background
Newport Transporter Bridge, River Usk at high tide and cloudless blue sky
The Friends of the Newport Transporter Bridge (FONTB)
was founded in 1998, as a registered charity, and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the Bridge
LATEST NEWS
DID YOU KNOW??
The Transporter Bridge is currently undergoing an exciting programme of restoration which includes the creation of a brand new visitor centre. This is a Newport City Council project which the Friends are supporting.
Whilst we wait to get back on site, the Friends role is to promote and support a range of activities, including events, publishing a regular Newsletter, giving presentations, and maintaining an archive.
OUR 2026 AGM
FONTB had another successful AGM. Alongside the elections and feedback on our achievements, the Friends enjoyed a talk on 'Shackleton and the Newport Stowaway' by Stella Evans, a musical tribute by Paul Chilcot and a raffle made up of donations from local businesses.
A Huge Thank you to all our Friends
for your continued support.
How can you show your support?
For less than £1 a month, membership of the Friends will ensure you are kept up to date with the latest news, you will receive two membership magazines a year and we are working towards a schedule of Friends events starting in 2026.
Information on our membership and how to become a member will be available online soon
You could also make a Donation, Volunteer your time or attend a Transporter Bridge event - please follow us on our social media channels for the most up to date information.
If you have any questions please do get in touch at info@fontb.org
