At the western end of Newbury railway station, the bridge spans the Reading to Taunton line.

The bridge has been described as the "southern gateway to Newbury Town Centre".

[2] Another public house, the Vyne Inn, was on the north-east side of the bridge and dates from the 17th century.

[2] Now a nail salon, the building is said to be haunted by a stocky man dressed in a frilled shirt and jerkin.

The bridge was re-opened in November 1999 by Liberal Democrat councillor David Beckett and local restaurateur Mr. Mirh, who laid the final brick.