Bedford, Bedford, England - Iconic Suspension Bridge over the Great Ouse, Bedford, constructed in 1888 to provide access from The Embankment to Mill Meadows. <PERSON> whose design allowed sailing boats to pass underneath built the bridge. <PERSON> also built Prebend Street Bridge and several seaside piers. The opening ceremony was performed by the <PERSON> of Tavistock who on the same day also opened Bedford Park. A large part of the cost of £500 was raised by public subscription.