Tickford Bridge

Tickford Bridge is a cast iron road structure spanning the River Ouzel in Newport Pagnell with a symmetrical arch made of iron and local brick. The bridge carries regular traffic across the town and remains an integral part of the street network on St John Street.

Thomas Wilson and Henry Provis designed this bridge in 1810 using engineering methods that were advanced for that era. The structure became an early example of cast iron bridge construction and influenced later developments in British bridge building.

The bridge holds a central place in Newport Pagnell's identity as a working monument to early industrial craftsmanship. Locals and visitors cross it daily, experiencing a direct connection to the town's engineering past in their everyday movements.

The bridge is freely accessible on foot or by vehicle without special requirements or restrictions. Visit outside peak traffic times if you want time to examine and photograph the structure without distraction.

The structure has withstood the test of time and carries its original cast iron arch without significant modification since completion. This continuous operation over more than two centuries makes it an exceptional example of durability in early iron construction.

Location: Newport Pagnell

GPS coordinates: 52.08580,-0.72000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06