2015 News Archives
Revealing the bridge drawing champions
October 5, 2015
Langdon the Lion was thrilled to see how many young people entered his bridge drawing competition. Children from across Britain sent him such a great selection of pictures that he’s not only selected two winners […]
Bridge Clerk shortlisted for Inspiring Young People award
October 2, 2015
The Chief Executive of Rochester Bridge Trust has been shortlisted for a national award for her work with young people. Sue Threader has been picked from hundreds of nominees in …
Engineering a good start for new education establishment
September 29, 2015
More than 150 students learnt about the importance of civil engineering and took part in bridge building challenges during the opening week of a new university technical college. The Rochester …
Children can try bridge building at Heritage Open Days
September 4, 2015
The Rochester Bridge Trust will open its doors to the public for two days this September, giving adults a chance to look behind the scenes while children take part in fun bridge building activities […]
K’Nex kits to be won in bridge drawing competition
August 5, 2015
We all know Langdon the Lion loves bridges, but sometimes he’s so busy working on engineering plans in his office he doesn’t have time to go out and look at the finished structures […]
Honorary doctorate for Bridge Clerk
July 23, 2015
The writer of Learning about Bridges, who created the concept of Langdon the Lion, has been recognised with an honorary doctorate. Chartered civil engineer Sue Threader received a Doctor of …