The Humber Bridge
The Humber Bridge
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The bridge once held the world record as the longest single span suspension bridge for cars but it remains the longest in the world over which to walk or cycle. More than 100,000 vehicles use the bridge each week, travelling between East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, with the majority using the HumberTAG electronic tolling system.
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Nicola D
Hessle, UK3,167 contributions
Feb 2021
We are lucky enough to live a short walk from this beautiful and iconic landmark. We had promised our 6 year old granddaughter that we would walk across it on a fine day.
So, on a bright sunny February Sunday we had a lovely walk across the bridge and back. We were lucky that there was no wind at all (usually it blows a gale) and it was pleasantly warm for the time of year even though there was a heavy mist across the river when we set off. However the mist lifted and we had a great walk with good views. There were a lot of other people with the same idea though so we did a lot of dodging about to avoid walkers, cyclists and joggers.
We worked up a good appetite for lunch and our 6 year old granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed it.
If you arrive by car, be aware that parking is limited at present as there is a Covid testing facility in the main car park area. There is a small car park at the top of the country park. There is also limited parking on the foreshore due to building work for the flood defences.
So, on a bright sunny February Sunday we had a lovely walk across the bridge and back. We were lucky that there was no wind at all (usually it blows a gale) and it was pleasantly warm for the time of year even though there was a heavy mist across the river when we set off. However the mist lifted and we had a great walk with good views. There were a lot of other people with the same idea though so we did a lot of dodging about to avoid walkers, cyclists and joggers.
We worked up a good appetite for lunch and our 6 year old granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed it.
If you arrive by car, be aware that parking is limited at present as there is a Covid testing facility in the main car park area. There is a small car park at the top of the country park. There is also limited parking on the foreshore due to building work for the flood defences.
Written February 28, 2021
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johnboyPeterborough
Peterborough678 contributions
Aug 2021
The Humber Bridge really is very impressive and after driving across, towards Hull, we parked up and walked back over the bridge and then back again. We walked both ways on the northern side as the southern walkway was closed. We had great views up the estuary and really enjoyed the experience.
We had to park a little bit away as the normal car park was closed. The total distance of our walk to the other side and back was 3.8 miles
We had to park a little bit away as the normal car park was closed. The total distance of our walk to the other side and back was 3.8 miles
Written August 26, 2021
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Matthew peck
Ipswich, UK422 contributions
Oct 2021
This is a long bridge that goes over the river Humber and it saves you a lot of time but you do need to pay £ 1.50 but it is worth it. The bridge and the river look stunning and it is worth to see. I would go on it any way even if you don't want to see but just to get into hull from Lincolnshire or hull to Lincolnshire.
Written October 27, 2021
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Bryan G
King's Lynn, UK524 contributions
Jul 2021
We’ve used the crossing on several holidays prior to Covid-19 and the crossing was quite straightforward however since the removal of cash payments, you only have a choice of setting up a TAG account which you prepay for your crossings monthly or by Visa card payments.
Paying by Visa certainly slows down your travel & before too long a queue has built up. We’ve had a wait of approx 10 minutes during June & July which isn’t too bad but I would want to cross on a busy time.
I wonder why we can’t pay in advance like you can with the Dartford crossing - wouldn’t that speed up the travel and reduce waiting times?
Paying by Visa certainly slows down your travel & before too long a queue has built up. We’ve had a wait of approx 10 minutes during June & July which isn’t too bad but I would want to cross on a busy time.
I wonder why we can’t pay in advance like you can with the Dartford crossing - wouldn’t that speed up the travel and reduce waiting times?
Written July 6, 2021
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Robert P
Kingston-upon-Hull, UK2 contributions
Jan 2020
well, nice looking, jumpers hot spot, well overpriced way from nowhere to the deepest "Hole" in England. Every time I cross it I am thinking what was the business of doing it here, owners could not repay the loan so city took it under its wings. Golden gate has at leats its own colour, well placed between some hills.
Written January 2, 2020
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wgeddert
Lincoln, UK99 contributions
Oct 2020
Amazing drive over this 2.22 km long suspension bridge. The toll of £1.50 for a car per crossing is paid by contactless card payment. If you are in the tag lane without a tag, you have to pay online within 72 hours. Discounts for Humber tag account holders.
Written October 14, 2020
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Paul T
Maidstone, UK20 contributions
Feb 2020
Yes, yes, it's a bridge, it gets you across a river without getting your feet (or tyres) wet etc etc. Past all of that it's a great feat of engineering and impressive to look at when you take the time to look properly, which you can't do whilst driving over it !
If you have the time, park on the south side, you can park on "Far Ings Road" (use your sat nav) for free, walk up the steps to the walkway on either side of the bridge and then cross by foot. We did it in Feb 2020 during the tail end of some pretty hefty winds - all right from south to north with the wind behind us, but it became a bit of a mission on the return crossing.
When you stand on the bridge deck and look up at the towers, you get to see just how impressive the bridge is - well worth taking a little time out to do it.
Strangely quiet on the day we crossed, only met one other family and two pretty keen cyclists, but it was pretty cold and VERY windy !
If you have the time, park on the south side, you can park on "Far Ings Road" (use your sat nav) for free, walk up the steps to the walkway on either side of the bridge and then cross by foot. We did it in Feb 2020 during the tail end of some pretty hefty winds - all right from south to north with the wind behind us, but it became a bit of a mission on the return crossing.
When you stand on the bridge deck and look up at the towers, you get to see just how impressive the bridge is - well worth taking a little time out to do it.
Strangely quiet on the day we crossed, only met one other family and two pretty keen cyclists, but it was pretty cold and VERY windy !
Written February 24, 2020
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Alan A
Chesterfield, UK1,652 contributions
Sep 2020
Experience not to be missed! We came across at dusk from the East Yorkshire coast to meet the M180. Simply exhilarating. The vast expanse of water gives an in sight into how small man really is. Whilst we have built an engineers dream it serves only to reflect the world as an ingenious creation. I intend to walk the span in the near future. Many were doing just that as we crossed. Cycles are also permitted to take the designated route from one side to the other. Very highly recommended visit for all ages.
Written September 5, 2020
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MarineDoctor
Scarborough, UK187 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
What an astounding feat of engineering the Humber Bridge is. The central span is approximately 1410 metres long. The sight of the tall towers holding up the bridge is awe inspiring.
We walked across the bridge, which at this time of the year is rather exhilarating facing strong winds and low temperatures. Rather disappointingly we had to walk back along the same side as the pathway on the opposite side of the bridge was closed. This meant that we missed out on the views towards Hull City.
The car park was almost full when we arrived so it pays to get there early.
If you are up for an adventurous walk then look no further than the Humber Bridge.
We walked across the bridge, which at this time of the year is rather exhilarating facing strong winds and low temperatures. Rather disappointingly we had to walk back along the same side as the pathway on the opposite side of the bridge was closed. This meant that we missed out on the views towards Hull City.
The car park was almost full when we arrived so it pays to get there early.
If you are up for an adventurous walk then look no further than the Humber Bridge.
Written February 19, 2020
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Elijah C
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Mar 2021 • Solo
I accidentally drove through the tag lane. I paid as soon as the dept was available on the humbertag website which was the following day. Then I get a fine through the post to say I didn't pay! They must have blocked my payment, that's all I can think. Be careful to go through the correct lane. These vultures will get you
Written March 13, 2021
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fairway15
York, UK105 contributions
Do they accept American Express
HyddaMedras
Brecon, UK369 contributions
It’s free
carolkeith4247
Littlehampton, UK2 contributions
Can I still pay toll with a debit card at the bridge please
Trevor S
Norwich, UK14 contributions
Hello, last time I went over the bridge from Yorkshire to Lincolnshire we tried to stop for lunch in the visitor centre. But we were in a Motorhome and there was a hight bar across the car park. The road was full of cars and no parking was available by the river side. Where can you park a motorhome for a rest break?
Can you walk over the bridge with a dog
caspertabboo
South Brent, UK321 contributions
Yes you can
crossed the bridge by mistake today how can I pay now
Lynn B
Northampton, UK610 contributions
It is better to pay up, as you will be fined, so just like the other reviewer said, look on the website, and enter your details etc... the sooner the better, fines are never cheap.... hope this helps......
Is there any more to pay if you are in a car towing a.caravan
Lynn B
Northampton, UK610 contributions
Hi I have checked on the website, the crossing is £ 1.50 for towing your caravan, for a single crossing.... as Sarah said in the previous reply to you, but I did check on the website just incase the price had changed...... hope this helps....
Michael H
Thornaby, UK5 contributions
Can you pay toll by card
shewolfmegadeth
Grimsby, UK55 contributions
Yes you can. Normal or contact less. I use the bridge a lot.
DonnaOnTheEdge
Cleethorpes, UK5 contributions
Planning to park on the North Bank and walk to the South bank. Are there toilets on both sides of the bridge? Is there a cafe on both sides? Can I walk across on one side of the bridge, go under it and walk back on the other side? Any helpful tips? Thanks a lot.
Diane D
68 contributions
Loads of parking on North Bank and toilets, no similar facilities in South Bank, but we tend to walk a little further to the visitor centre at Barton, the facilities there are excellent, including food. Just for info, you can walk and go under to come back on the opposite side, but they sometimes have one side closed for remedial work & you may choose to do the same path depending on wind strength on the day - enjoy!
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