Yair Bridge

The Yair Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the River Tweed with three regularly spaced arches. The structure connects both riverbanks with a broad roadway that now carries traffic on the A707.

Construction was completed in 1764 by William Mylne following parliamentary funding approval for the bridge and surrounding road infrastructure. This project was part of a broader effort to improve transport connections across the Scottish Borders.

The bridge takes its name from the nearby Yair plain and has become a landmark of the region. Visitors notice how naturally it fits within the Tweed valley landscape.

Pedestrians find small stone refuges along the sides for stepping aside from vehicle traffic. The best time to visit is during daylight hours when the river landscape and stone details are clearly visible.

The construction displays two different techniques: finely dressed blocks form the piers, while rougher stone was used in other sections. This combination was a practical way to manage costs in early bridge-building projects.

Location: Scottish Borders

Location: Caddonfoot

Official opening: 1764

Made from material: stone

Part of: Yair estate

GPS coordinates: 55.58360,-2.86112

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42