Wilford Suspension Bridge, Nottingham

Name: Wilford Suspension Bridge
Address: Nottingham, United Kingdom

#73 among attractions in Nottingham

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Wilford Suspension Bridge, also known as Meadows Suspension Bridge, was originally known as the Welbeck Suspension Bridge. It is a combined suspension pedestrian footbridge and aqueduct which crosses the River Trent, linking the town of West Bridgford to the Meadows, in the city of Nottingham, England. It also carries a gas main. ()

Opened: 1906 (118 years ago)Width: 12 ftCoordinates: 52°55'60"N, 1°8'21"W

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Wilford Suspension Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trent Bridge, intu Broadmarsh, City Ground, Meadow Lane Stadium.

0.4 miNE
Landmark cricket field from the 1830s
Trent Bridge, Nottingham
10 min walk • Trent Bridge, an iconic sport venue nestled in the heart of Nottingham, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the rich tradition of cricket in the country. With its roots stretching back to the 19th century, this historic cricket ground has been a stage for some of...
1.2 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
intu Broadmarsh, Nottingham
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0.5 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
City Ground, Nottingham
14 min walk • The City Ground, located in the historic city of Nottingham, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the enduring passion for football in the heart of the Midlands. As the hallowed home of Nottingham Forest Football Club, this revered sports venue has been a...
0.7 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Meadow Lane Stadium, Nottingham
17 min walk • Meadow Lane Stadium, nestled in the historic city of Nottingham, United Kingdom, stands as a prominent sport venue, primarily known as the home ground of Notts County Football Club, the world's oldest professional association football club.
1 miNE
Hiking trail, Hiking
Trent Valley Way, Nottingham
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1.2 miNW
Church
Grace Church Nottingham, Nottingham
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1.2 miN
Dancing, Nightlife
Ocean, Nottingham
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Museum, Ghost and vampire tours, Art museum
National Justice Museum, Nottingham
32 min walk • Steeped in history and legal lore, the National Justice Museum in Nottingham, United Kingdom, is a unique institution that brings the intricate and often dramatic world of law and order to life. Housed in Nottingham's old courthouse and county gaol, the museum offers...
0.4 miN
Bridge
Trent Bridge, Nottingham
10 min walk • Trent Bridge is an iron and stone road bridge across the River Trent in Nottingham, England. It is the principal river crossing for entrance to the city from the south, although the upstream Clifton Bridge is both larger and busier.
1.1 miN
Church
St Stephen's Church, Nottingham
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1 miSW
Area
Wilford, Nottingham
26 min walk • Wilford is a village in the city of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England. The village is to the northeast of Clifton, southwest of West Bridgford, northwest of Ruddington and southwest of Nottingham city centre. It is at a meander of the River Trent.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wilford Suspension Bridge?

Nearby attractions include City War Memorial, Nottingham (3 min walk), Friary United Reformed Church, Nottingham (7 min walk), St Faith's Church, Nottingham (10 min walk), Trent Bridge, Nottingham (10 min walk).

How to get to Wilford Suspension Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wilford Suspension Bridge:

Bus

Little Bounds • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, L1, L23, N4 (3 min walk)
Loughborough Road • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)

Tram

Wilford Village • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)
Meadows Embankment • Lines: 2 (19 min walk)

Train

Nottingham (26 min walk)