Nottingham’s first river crossing in more than 65 years – is being installed this morning using the biggest crane in Europe.
The 278ft-long (85m) Waterside Bridge is being crane-lifted into place and will connect the Trent Basin development near Colwick with Lady Bay in Rushcliffe.
Planning for the Waterside Bridgewas approved in 2024 and construction began at the start of 2025 after repeated delays.
Once the bridge is installed later today (10), ramps will be put in place on both side of the river. Work on new steps, lighting and hard and soft landscaping will also need to be completed before the opening.
It is hoped the bridge will be ready for use by pedestrians and cyclists from February 2026.
It has been paid for using grant funding secured from the central government through the Transforming Cities Fund.
Councillor Linda Woodings, responsible for transport, described it as “an incredible engineering feat”.
