Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh
In or near Edinburgh.
Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Bridge at Tolbooth Wynd in Leith, Edinburgh, the nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, located 2.8 km away. Entry to the bridge is free. The postcode for navigation is EH6 6EU.
About
Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB27435). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 30/03/1994 Local Authority Edinburgh Planning Authority Edinburgh Burgh Edinburgh NGR NT 26948 76432 Coordinates 326948, 676432 — 1788-9 with later additions and alterations. Bridge of 3 segmental arches with semi-circular cutwaters and piers; solid coped parapets extended beyond arch on concrete lintel. Coursed stugged cream sandstone with rock-faced voussoirs to outer (original) spans; droved (largely replaced) parapet. Modern central arch with concrete ribs and stone facing. — The bridge was formerly a draw-bridge, but the central span has been filled when the roadway was widened in the 1950?s.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bridge at Tolbooth Wynd in Leith, Edinburgh, is a category B listed building. This structure is significant within central Scotland's architectural landscape, reflecting the area's historical development.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9753, -3.1721
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH6 6EU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17810971 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh?
- Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH6 6EU).
- What is Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh?
- Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH6 6EU.
- Is Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh a listed building?
- Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh free to visit?
- Yes, Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bridge, Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH6 6EU.