Graham to put in A10 footbridge

CGI of the new bridge over the A10 at Waterbeach for cyclists, pedestrians and horse-riders — CGI of the brand new bridge over the A10 at Waterbeach for cyclists, pedestrians and horse-riders

The challenge, commissioned by way of City&Civic, is designed to strengthen get entry to to its Waterbeach building, a science park and Cambridge town centre.

The brand new bridge will attach the Waterbeach building to Cambridge Town Centre by the use of the upgraded Mere Manner and a proposed new busway.

The 90-metre-long metal bridge is designed to allude to Waterbeach’s aviation historical past, with sculpted edge beams and deck/parapet sections that create a wing-like silhouette.

Works started in February 2025 and are set to be entire by way of early 2026.

Graham contracts director Andrew Henry mentioned: “The brand new A10 bridge shall be a key characteristic in the neighborhood, bettering sustainable go back and forth and stimulating financial expansion. Our workforce is within the ultimate phases of finalising the programme of works for the bridge, and witnessing its set up shall be a outstanding fulfillment.”

City&Civic challenge director Paul Mumford mentioned: “The brand new A10 bridge is a very powerful piece within the jigsaw of our sustainable shipping technique, making sustainable go back and forth between Waterbeach, the Science Park and Cambridge Town Centre a viable choice for other folks dwelling and dealing within the house – now and one day. It’s nice to peer it achieve this necessary milestone.”