Mersey Gateway Bridge, Cable-stayed road bridge in Halton, England
The Mersey Gateway Bridge rises 125 meters above the River Mersey with three towers and spans 2.3 kilometers between Runcorn and Widnes.
The construction of this £650 million infrastructure project started in 2014 and concluded with the bridge opening on October 14, 2017.
The bridge complex includes a 28.5-hectare nature reserve managed by the Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust to support local wildlife and education.
Vehicles must pay a £2 toll by midnight the following day through online platforms or phone systems, with discounts available for registered users.
Three distinct towers form the bridge structure, measuring 125 meters on the south, 110 meters on the north, and 80 meters in the center.
Location: Halton
Official opening: October 14, 2017
Height: 125 m
Width: 60 m
Website: https://merseygateway.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.35300,-2.70000
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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