Jubilee Bridge – Matlock Bath, UK
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dtrebilc
N 53° 07.298 W 001° 33.690
30U E 596263 N 5886768
This iron arch footbridge was erected in 1887 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.
Waymark Code: WMCKHW
Location: East Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/17/2011
Views: 3
As well as being a celebration piece, it also had a utilitarian aim, and replaced a ferry.
Matlock Bath was a spa town, in a narrow steep sided valley visited by many tourists. As well as a promenade along the town side of the river, there was an attractive footpath called the Lovers’ Walk. There were other bridges giving access to the path, but this site was in the middle of the town and so a desirable location for a new bridge.
It cost £230 to build and consists of a light open ironwork arch resting on stone pillars. It was built by a local engineering company called Butterley Company.
Length of bridge: 85 feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Pedestrians
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
River Derwent
Date constructed: 6/14/1887
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Footpath
Location:
North Parade
Matlock Bath
Derbyshire
United Kingdom
Height of bridge: Not listed
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