Bristol sign Newcastle Falcons' Glen Townson on loan

Image caption, Townson came through the ranks at Sale Sharks

Bristol have signed Newcastle lock forward Glen Townson on loan until the end of the season.

The 24-year-old, who came through the Sale Sharks' academy, joined the from Doncaster and played 15 games last season.

He has made eight appearances for the Premiership outfit this term.

"Glen is an imposing, physical player who knows what the Championship is all about," head coach Liam Middleton told the

"He has experience at Premiership level and will give us another option in the second row."