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[[Highley | Highley Station]] Footbridge was constructed in 2009 and opened by HRH The Duke of Gloucester on 21 October of that year. It replaced a longer footbridge on the same site which was deemed beyond economical repair and demolished for scrap in spring 1974.  ==Design==GWR footbridges followed two basic styles. That of the 1880s is reflected in the footbridges at Bridgnorth & Bewdley with cast iron columns. The style at Highley is intended to mimic that of the more utilitarian 1915 style. ==Delays in construction==The design and painting originally intended installation date was 10 April 2009. This date was missed, with the General Manager reporting in May that it was primarily due to the fabricator underestimating the complicated nature of the construction of the new footbridge main span. Whilst the main stairwells were complete the main span still needed considerable work to complete. With the main running season underway the decision was intended taken to delay the installation until September/October giving sufficient time for the main span to be completed to a high standard. The installation could then take place during daylight hours when the line is clear.  After the official opening, the bridge opened for public use from 24 October to 1 November 2009 before closing for a few days to enable final detailing work to mimic take place. ==Formal opening==It was formally opened by HRH The Duke of Gloucester, the SVR's patron, on the same day as the formal opening of the original[[Engine House]], 21 October 2009.