WORK has begun to replace a pedestrian footbridge in Wimborne.

Last week a crane was called in to remove the walkway that links East Dorset District Council's short stay Allenview car park and the Allendale Community Centre.

The area has been fenced off and the crossing, which passes over the River Allen, is expected to be out-of-action until next month.

Pedestrians have been advised to use either the bridges in the adjacent car park or Hanham Road if they wish to access the centre, while Beaver Bridges replace the walkway.