Wathen Wigg Bridge, Northampton
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Wathen Wigg Bridge, Northampton
Image: © Rod Grealish Taken: 7 Apr 2026
The bridge crosses the River Nene linking the town centre on the left side of the river to the northern edge of Far Cotton on the right bank. It is a foot and cycle bridge of cable-stay design and was opened in 2005. It is named for Rev. Wathen Wigg who founded Northampton Saints Rugby Club in 1880.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.231752
Longitude
-0.893894