Dunham Bridge

Dunham Bridge is a road bridge that crosses the River Trent between the villages of Newton-on-Trent and Dunham-on-Trent, linking Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. The structure has a four-lane deck with a modern steel superstructure that was rebuilt in 1978 while preserving the original 19th-century stone piers and abutments.

The bridge was built in 1832 by Lincoln businessmen as a replacement for the Dunham Ferry that once served the crossing. This crossing point has a longer history of river transport, with records showing royal use dating back to King William III in 1695.

The bridge represents a significant engineering achievement from the early 19th century, with its original piers and abutments still standing despite the 1978 steel superstructure renovation.

Vehicles pay a toll at a four-lane plaza that was set up in 1994, while walkers and cyclists cross free of charge. The toll facility accepts both cash and card payments, making it convenient for different types of users.

Eliza Woolas from Laneham is remembered as the first person to cross the structure, using a wooden plank during its final construction phase in the 1830s. This early crossing marked a notable moment in the bridge's opening period.

Location: Dunham-on-Trent

Location: Newton on Trent

Official opening: 1832

GPS coordinates: 53.26080,-0.77300

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47