Notorious Bristol puddle that leaves pedestrians drenched could finally be fixed

A “particularly vicious” puddle is forcing pedestrians to wait for a gap in traffic and then sprint past to avoid getting splashed. The notorious puddle on the Bath Road bridges has been tormenting passers-by for many years but repairs to the drains could soon finally be made.

Thousands of people walk across the bridge every day to get from South Bristol to Temple Meads and the city centre. As the weather gets wetter, the puddle has made its comeback, making people stop and check if a car is coming, and then run to the safety of the other side.

The wider area around Temple Meads will form a multi-million pound regeneration scheme over the next few years, with huge upgrades to infrastructure around the c

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