Historic bridges · East Midlands
Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge
In or near Risley.
Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Ilkeston · 4.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge, the nearest railway station is Ilkeston, located 4.1 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is NG9 3TF, and entry to the bridge is free.
About
Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1248226). 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
Details SK 43 NE TROWELL NOTTINGHAM CANAL 6/65 Swancar Bridge II Canal overbridge. c.1795. Probably by William Jessop for the Nottingham Canal Co. Dressed stone and ashlar. Plain string course. Single elliptical arch. Curved parapet walls have half- round coping and small terminal piers. Listing NGR: SK4975639274 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 429789 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge is a Grade II listed bridge located in the East Midlands. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features that contribute to the region's industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9485, -1.2609
- County
- Nottinghamshire
- District
- Broxtowe
- Parish
- Stapleford
- Postcode
- NG9 3TF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Broxtowe
- Nearest railway station
- Ilkeston — 4.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26540453 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge?
- Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge is in Nottinghamshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NG9 3TF), in the parish of Stapleford.
- What is Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge?
- Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Ilkeston, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NG9 3TF.
- Is Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge a listed building?
- Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Nottingham Canal Swancar Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Ilkeston, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NG9 3TF.