Historic bridges · West Midlands
Chance's Bridge
In or near Birmingham.
Chance's 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
- Smethwick Galton Bridge · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Chance's Bridge is a named historic bridge in the United Kingdom. OpenStreetMap heritage rating: 2/5. Coordinates: 52.5054°, -1.9938°.
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Official information
Chance's Bridge is a historic listed building located on the Birmingham Canal at the Spon Lane Locks. It features a footbridge and is part of a flight of locks that date back to the late 18th century, showcasing significant architectural and historical interest.
Place summary
Chance's Bridge is a bridge located in the West Midlands, within the unparished area of Sandwell. It is notable for its structural design and serves as a local landmark in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5054, -1.9938
- District
- Sandwell
- Parish
- Sandwell, unparished area
- Postcode
- B66 1NZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Smethwick
- Nearest railway station
- Smethwick Galton Bridge — 1 km
- Official site
- historicengland.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w1084623619 (ODbL)
- commons: Chance's_Bridge,_Birmingham_Canal_New_Main_Line_-_geograph.org.uk_-_2041410.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chance's Bridge?
- Chance's Bridge is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B66 1NZ), in the parish of Sandwell, unparished area.
- What is Chance's Bridge?
- Chance's Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Chance's Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode B66 1NZ.
- Is Chance's Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Chance's Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Chance's Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B66 1NZ.