the Admiralty voiced its objection arguing that the bridge would interfere with the navigation of the Itchen. The Admiralty suggested a steam driven floating bridge as an alternative and a revised bill was passed on 25 July as the (4 & 5 Will. 4. c. lxxxv) despite further opposition from the Northam Bridge Company.

Construction

The initial bridge cost £5,945 and was built in Plymouth. A further £23,000 was spent on roads either side of the

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