Senator George Mitchell Peace Bridge

The Senator George Mitchell Peace Bridge is a road bridge that spans the Woodford River and connects two counties at the Ireland-United Kingdom border. It is a short and straightforward structure, carrying vehicles between the two sides of the divide.

The bridge opened in 1999 as a replacement for an earlier crossing that was destroyed during conflicts in the 1970s. Its construction represented the reopening of connections that had been severed for decades.

The bridge carries the name of the US Special Envoy who negotiated the peace agreement that ended decades of conflict in the region. Walking across it, you can sense how this crossing now connects two communities that were once deeply divided.

Crossing the bridge is straightforward for standard vehicles, with the road in good condition on both approaches. Keep in mind this is a border crossing, though the passage itself takes just a few minutes.

The bridge was funded through a dedicated EU programme designed to strengthen cross-border connections after years of separation. This investment in infrastructure reflected a broader commitment to supporting exchange and rebuilding relationships.

Part of: Ireland–United Kingdom border

GPS coordinates: 54.12237,-7.48164

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46