Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith
In or near Danderhall.
Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith — 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
- Eskbank · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Newmills Bridge is located in Dalkeith, Midlothian, with the postcode EH22 2AQ. The nearest railway station is Eskbank, which is 1.7 km away. Entry to the bridge is free.
About
Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB24453). 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 30/06/1983 Local Authority Midlothian Planning Authority Midlothian Burgh Dalkeith NGR NT 33626 67073 Coordinates 333626, 667073 — 1756, reconstructed by James Jardine, 1839. Road bridge, on E-W axis. 3-span with segmental arches. Side arches blinded with recessed rubble masonry. Rubble. Channelled bull-faced piers with channelled ashlar pilasters from impost to parapet. Ashlar voussoirs, intrados and parapet. Panel above central arch to N and S; inscription to N panel, including "James Jardine, Engineer. James Lees, Builder. MDCCCXXXIX". Band of iron hooks on parapets. — Newmills Bridge carries Newmills Road (A68) over River South Esk. A bridge was built in 1756, and was widened and repaired in 1812. Three new arches were thrown over it, with half the breadth being covered in 1837, and the other half in 1839.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Dalkeith Museum showcases the rich history and heritage of Dalkeith through various exhibitions, display cases, and historical artifacts. Visitors can explore topics such as local industry, wartime contributions, and notable historical figures associated with the town.
Place summary
Newmills Bridge is a category B listed bridge located on Newmills Road in Dalkeith, central Scotland. It is recognised for its architectural significance and contribution to the local heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8922, -3.0629
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH22 2AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Phone
- 0131 663 4683
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank — 1.7 km
- Opening
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10.30am–3.30pm; Saturdays 10.30am–3.30pm
- Official site
- dalkeithhistorysociety.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17827633 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith?
- Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 2AQ).
- What is Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith?
- Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 2AQ.
- Is Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith a listed building?
- Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith free to visit?
- Yes, Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith is free to enter.
- How do I get to Newmills Bridge, Newmills Road, Dalkeith?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 2AQ.