Castle Eaton Bridge, Road bridge across River Thames in Castle Eaton, England.
Castle Eaton Bridge is a road bridge made of iron girders resting on brick piers, spanning the River Thames between Cricklade and Kempsford. The structure carries a minor road over the water and connects the two sides of the valley where the river flows.
This iron structure opened in 1893, replacing an earlier timber bridge that had served the crossing. The materials were supplied by E Finch & Sons, an engineering firm based in Chepstow.
The bridge forms part of the Castle Eaton Conservation Area, reflecting the architectural and historical characteristics of this Wiltshire village.
The bridge is accessible to vehicles and underwent reinforcement work in 2001 to ensure its structural integrity. The narrow crossing suits lighter traffic, so visitors should expect modest congestion during busy times.
The structure marks where sections 61 and 62 of the Thames Path National Trail converge, a junction often missed by casual walkers. Just here sits the first public house directly beside the river along the entire trail route.
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