Greyhound Bridge

The Greyhound Bridge is a road bridge in Lancaster that crosses the River Lune and directs westbound traffic through the city centre. It features a reinforced concrete structure with a gentle westward curve as it approaches the northern riverbank.

The bridge was built in 1911 and replaced a wrought iron viaduct from 1864 that originally served the Morecambe Harbour and Railway Company line. The new structure adapted to the curves of the older structure and maintained its distinctive westward inclination.

The name comes from a greyhound dog that once belonged to a local resident and became known throughout the area. People crossing it today rarely learn this small piece of local history that shaped the bridge's identity.

The bridge is equipped with modern surfaces and can be used by vehicles of all weight classes, providing safe crossing for different types of traffic. Pedestrians and cyclists can also use it and have good views of the river landscape while crossing.

The name comes from a greyhound dog that belonged to a local resident and was famous in the area at the time. This unusual naming choice is rarely known today, though it points to a personal story rooted in local memory.

Location: Lancaster

Inception: 1911

GPS coordinates: 54.05230,-2.80020

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:46