Bell’s Bridge

Bell’s bridge is a foot bridge that crosses the river Clyde. originally built in 1980’s to coincide with the Glasgow garden Garden festival. This bridge allowed people to cross to the SECC that was on the other side of the river. It is named for the whisky company, who sponsored its construction. Just now the bridge is being renovated at a cost of £1.6million.

Did you know Glasgow is home to the world’s longest pedestrian swing bridge? Well you do now.
The admittedly-​underwhelming title belongs to the cracking Bell’s Bridge, the 80s structure which has been somewhat over-​shadowed by younger brothers, Millennium and Squinty, which lie within close proximity.
Originally built in 1988 to allow easier access across the Clyde from the SECC to the Garden Festival, Bells (named after the whisky, its original sponsor) has found a new lease of life after lying dormant for several years. This is primarily through the progress of the Pacific Quay project, although it is also used by many cyclists and pedestrians looking for a short cut between the west and south of the city.
It’s an important structure for Glasgow, not least because it serves as a reminder of a time of real transition and optimism within the city. For that reason alone, I enjoy visiting here.
Take note, however, that is not the safest area at night and is probably best visiting during the day.