Hawarden Bridge

Hawarden Bridge is a railway bridge that spans the River Dee, connecting train routes between England and Wales through a metal structure. The span sits at a modest height above the water, designed to let trains pass safely while maintaining the flow of the river below.

This bridge opened in 1889 as part of an ambitious railway project linking England and Wales more directly. It stands as one of the notable engineering achievements of the late Victorian era in British railway development.

The bridge reflects the industrial heritage of Flintshire, where Welsh and English influences merge in the architectural and engineering accomplishments of the Victorian era.

The bridge is easily accessible from nearby railway stations and serves daily train traffic between the two countries. Since it is an active railway structure, visitors should stay clear of the tracks and observe from designated viewing areas.

When completed, this structure was among the longest single-span bridges in the entire United Kingdom. The engineering approach used here demonstrated cutting methods and materials that were highly advanced for the period.

Location: Flintshire

Official opening: August 3, 1889

Elevation above the sea: 1 m

GPS coordinates: 53.21720,-3.03320

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04