The north end was built over an earlier bridge and mill leat.

[4] The road over the bridge between Batheaston and Bathampton is single-track with give way signs.

On the Bathampton side to the south of the river, the road crosses three further bridges.

The second crosses the Great Western Main Line and the final bridge is over the Kennet and Avon Canal.

[5] The Toll house was built at the same time as the bridge and is also Grade II listed.