From Norman times the eastern river crossing was in the hands of Thetford manor and, later, Corporation. Originally this was a ferry across the marshland on either bank of the river. Possibly as early as 1511, a bridge was built over the river, which at that time flowed in a short loop north of its present course, past the Ram Inn and Brandon House. This bridge fell into disrepair and was eventually replaced after the Great Sandstorm.

see also Town Street Bridge

John Basham ©2000

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