Author: Ashley Bailey

The Humber Bridge tolls are set to rise for the first time since 2012.

Under the new pricing structure, existing and new account customers will pay £1.50 to cross in a car, vans will be charged at £4.00 and HGVs at £12. 

For non-account customers, the toll fee will be £2.00 for cars, £5.00 for vans and £15.00 for HGVs. 

Motorcycles will continue to cross for free, the concession scheme for drivers with disabilities will continue, and crossings will still be free for south bank patients travelling to Castle Hill Hospital for treatment.  

The price increases are being introduced to reflect the significant rise in maintenance and operational costs that have occurred over the last 13 years, ensuring the bridge is maintained in a safe and serviceable condition for its 10 million annual users. 

Currently, users pay £1.50 for cars, £4.00 for vans and £12.00 for HGVs with a 10% discount for TAG customers. 

No exact date for the change has been set, but it will coincide with the launch of the new tolling system, called Humber Bridge Toll, which is expected to go live by late autumn. 

Andrew Arundel, Chief Executive Officer at the Humber Bridge, said: “Despite significant increases in the cost of operating and maintaining the bridge, the toll has remained frozen since 2012. 

“We continue to reinvest toll receipts into the bridge’s ongoing maintenance, securing the structure for at least the next 100 years.”

A spokesperson for the Humber Bridge Board added: “Everyone at the Bridge would like to thank users for their patronage. 

“The bridge is an icon of the region, together we can all help to keep its status as one of the finest Bridges in the world.”

We have planned works scheduled for this week on the bridge. From 8pm on Thursday, 29th May, to 5am on Friday, 30th May, the Tag lanes will be closed as we install the gantry for the New Tolling System (NTS).

This marks a significant milestone in the NTS project, signalling the completion of the first phase of civil engineering works that began earlier this year. Work on the NTS will continue over the coming months, with a full launch expected in late autumn.

Throughout the works, you will still be able to cross the bridge in either direction, whether or not you have a HumberTag. However, you will only be able to use the toll booth lanes. Please allow extra time for your journey if you are travelling during this period.

We apologise to HumberTag customers for any inconvenience caused: please remember that our colleagues are here to help so please treat them with respect.

The next Farmers Market is just around the corner — join us on Sunday 4th May!

Gates open at 9am, and for safety reasons, no public vehicle access is allowed on site before then.

There is free event parking at the Ergo and Aura car parks, which is open before 9am and is only a short walk away from the market. Head to Bridgehead Way, off Boothferry Road and follow the signs. But please be considerate of our neighbours if you’re using these spaces.

If you’re local, and able to do so, why not stroll over? Bring the kids, the dog, and some friends — and enjoy the fresh air and great community vibes.

Little Hummingbird Events have taken your feedback on board — expect more food, fresh produce, and local treats!

We’ll see you there — Sunday 4th May, 9am–2pm, for another fantastic Market Day!

This Friday (11th April), the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club‘s Classic Car Night returns to the Humber Bridge car parks for the first time in 2025!

Hundreds of classic cars will descend upon the Humber Bridge car parks to be placed on display. The event starts at 5pm and is free and open to all. 

The Main Car Park will be open as normal throughout the day, but please note that it will become busy during the event.

All spectators, please note that parking is limited due to the vintage vehicles on display. Perhaps consider car sharing, attending on foot/bicycle, or using an alternative public car park in the local area. If you do use our car park please ensure that you park responsibly.

In support of the event, the Coach Park and Wellbeing Hub Car Park will be closed from 3.30pm on the day, so try to get your vehicle out before that time, although stewards will be on site should there be an issue. But be careful when leaving as the car parks will be busy.

The west footpath from the country park will be open as normal and for your safety please stick to the designated footpaths!

🚜 THE FARMERS MARKET IS BACK! 🧺

The countdown is nearly over! This Sunday, 6th April, the Farmers Market makes its long-awaited return – the first one since 2019! We’re excited for what Little Hummingbird Events has in store.

📝 Important Things to Know

🕘 Market Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🚗 Parking Updates – Plan Ahead!

The Wellbeing Hub Car Park: Closed from Friday night.

Main Car Park: Will stay closed until 9 AM on Sunday to the traders to set up safely.

Onsite parking is very limited, so if you live nearby and are able to do so, why not take a stroll instead?

Disabled parking is available, with friendly stewards on hand to assist with directions.

🚙 Extra Parking Nearby!
We’ve got you covered! Thanks to our friends at Ergo Business Centre and Aura Innovation Centre (both at Bridgehead Business Park), you can park a short walk from the market. Just remember that these are active businesses, so public parking is only available during the event.

🚶‍♂️ Getting Here on Foot or Bike?
Perfect! The bridge footpath remains open as usual for pedestrians and cyclists. Just stick to the designated paths once in our estate, as we’re anticipating a busy event!

We look forward to welcoming you — see you on Sunday!

Work on free flowing tolling system to get underway at Humber Bridge

WORK to install a state-of-the-art free flow tolling system at the Humber Bridge is set to get underway later this month, with the project due to go live in autumn. 

Phase one of the civil engineering and highway works, which includes the construction of a new tolling gantry spanning all lanes on the bridge, will start on March 17 and last for 10 weeks.

The work will be followed by extensive testing of the new system throughout the summer before official launch in autumn, after which, attention will turn to the removal of the remaining toll booth infrastructure

The works are set to last around 30 weeks in total, and cones will be in place on the bridge from mid-March until the work is completed in autumn or early winter.

However, to ensure traffic disruption is kept to a minimum, the majority of work will be carried out at night and no daytime lane closures are expected as a result of installing the new tolling system.

Andrew Arundel, Chief Executive Officer at the Humber Bridge, said the start of the work marked an exciting countdown to fully automated tolling.

Mr Arundel said: “We’re delighted to announce the start of works on the new, automated tolling system, which will significantly enhance user experience at the Humber Bridge. 

“By completely overhauling the payment process, crossing the bridge will be easier and payment will be much more convenient.

“We’re determined to ensure that while the works are ongoing, bridge users will not be inconvenienced. Whereas some traffic management measures will be in place throughout the duration of the works, these are likely to include narrowing the lanes rather than closing them, to ensure traffic can keep moving.”

Mr Arundel added the multi-million pound scheme will utilise key technologies including artificial intelligence and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) to monitor traffic crossing the bridge. 

It will also increase the requirement for back-office staff, meaning operatives currently working in the toll booths will be offered the opportunity to apply for new roles within the organisation. 

As well as improving crossing at the bridge, customers will enjoy improved payment options via a new website or mobile app.

Those wishing to pay with cash will be able to do so via Paypoint at key locations across the region.

Mr Arundel added: “The project will make all aspects of using the Humber Bridge easier and more efficient, from not having to stop at a toll booth to paying for your crossing.

“Once it goes live, we feel bridge users will really appreciate the improvements it brings.” 

The work is being carried out by McCann Ltd on behalf of main contractor Neology.