Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Bonnington Bridge
In or near Edinburgh.
Bonnington Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Bonnington Bridge is located in central Scotland, with the nearest railway station being Edinburgh Waverley, which is 2.2 km away. Entry to the bridge is free.
About
Bonnington Bridge is a named historic bridge in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 55.9717°, -3.1875°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 30/03/1994 Local Authority Edinburgh Planning Authority Edinburgh Burgh Edinburgh NGR NT 25982 76058 Coordinates 325982, 676058 — David C Proudfoot, Engineer, 1902-3. Single span segmental-arched bridge with extended built up approach to S incorporating subsidiary arched span over former mill lade. Squared, snecked and stugged sandstone with ashlar voussoirs and archivolt; billeted string course above voussoirs, coped ashlar parapet. Open balustrade to bridge with pedimented central dies; swagged frieze, tablet bearing bronze plaque inscribed, with coats of arms. Terminal piers with rusticated bases and sarcophagus dies. Approaches with solid stepped parapets and dies. — The bridge was paid for by the Incorporations of Edinburgh and Leith.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Bonnington Bridge is a bridge located in central Scotland, postcode EH6. It is notable for its historical significance and serves as a key connection in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9717, -3.1875
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH6 5QQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2.2 km
Sources
- osm: w555968554 (ODbL)
- commons: Bonnington Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 2419689.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Places to stay
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bonnington Bridge?
- Bonnington Bridge is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH6 5QQ).
- What is Bonnington Bridge?
- Bonnington Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bonnington Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH6 5QQ.
- Is Bonnington Bridge a listed building?
- Bonnington Bridge is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Bonnington Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Bonnington Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bonnington Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH6 5QQ.