Waterside Bridge Opens: New Walking & Cycling Trails

0:00On April 16, Naughty Hands got a fresh link across the river Trent, with a waterside bridge, a new spot for walkers and cyclists connecting Trent, Basin to Lady Bay. It swings open to the public on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 12 noon, right after a river cutting bash with local school kids and city counselors. This tight arch beauty stretches 87 meters and weighs 175 tons, crafted from British steel and hucknaw, then floated. 8 miles downstream for install, it's the star project from the department for transports transforming cities, push to revamp Naughty Hands. Folks on both sides, from Sniton to Lady Bay, now got smoother paths to green gems like Colway Country Park, Home Pierpont, and Skylark's Nature. Reserve, expect new walking and cycling trails popping up, plus a safer crossing for fans heading to football matches and other sports spots. Counselor Linda Woodings is hyped, calling it a big win that ties communities tighter with school kids, leading the cheers at the opener.

1:02Mark your calendars for the Free Community Fund day on Sunday, June 14th, 2026. Think food, performances, crafts, face painting, games, and STEM plus sports action on both river banks, bringing everyone together to celebrate this game changer.