GRAHAM has completed work on a new pedestrian, cycle, and equestrian bridge over the A10 in Cambridgeshire. The infrastructure provides a traffic-free crossing that connects the growing Waterbeach New Town to Cambridge Science Park and the city centre.
The 90-metre, 150-tonne steel bridge, was commissioned by developer Urban&Civic as part of the Waterbeach New Town development.
It was formally opened by Charlotte Cane MP, Member of Parliament for Ely and East Cambridgeshire, and marks the completion of a key piece of active travel infrastructure for the region.
GRAHAM was appointed as principal contractor in early 2025, with construction works commencing in February 2025.
The bridge was fabricated off-site and lifted into position in modular sections, a method that reduced disruption to the A10 during installation.
The structure spans 90 metres across the carriageway with gently sloped, vegetated embankments on each side, providing an accessible crossing for cyclists, pedestrians, wheelchair users, families with pushchairs, and horse riders. The bridge’s design draws on Waterbeach’s aviation heritage, with sculpted edge beams and deck and parapet sections that create a distinctive silhouette against the Cambridgeshire landscape.
The crossing removes the need for residents, commuters, and equestrians to cross the A10 at road level, a route previously considered too hazardous for confident active travel. Residents living at the new development can now cycle to Cambridge city centre in approximately 25 minutes via the upgraded Mere Way, with the route predominantly off-road from start to finish.
Andrew Henry, Contracts Director at GRAHAM, said: “The A10 bridge is a strong example of what civil engineering can do when the brief is genuinely focused on community benefit. Fabricating the structure off-site and lifting it into position allowed us to deliver with minimal disruption to one of the region’s busiest roads, and the result is infrastructure that will be used daily by thousands of people for decades to come. It has been a collaborative effort, and the opening is a well-earned milestone for everyone involved.”
Fiona Reardon-Rose, Communications and Partnerships Manager at Urban & Civic, said: “This bridge is a fantastic addition for both current and future residents at Waterbeach, providing a safe and convenient connection across the A10 and making it easier to travel to Cambridge and the surrounding area by foot, bike or horse. It’s a key piece of infrastructure that will support more sustainable journeys and help connect our growing community to jobs, services and opportunities. GRAHAM has been an excellent partner throughout the project, delivering a high-quality bridge with professionalism and minimal disruption.”
The bridge forms part of a wider package of transport investment at Waterbeach New Town, including new walking and cycling routes, enhanced bus services, and a sustainable travel hub providing bike hire and community facilities.
