Historic bridges · South West England
Sydney Wharf canal bridge
In or near Bathford.
Sydney Wharf canal bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Bath Spa · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Sydney Wharf canal bridge, you can take a train to Bath Spa station, which is 0.8 km away. The postcode for the bridge is BA2 6FQ. Entry is free.
About
Sydney Wharf canal bridge is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1394244). 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 BATHWICK HILL (South side) Canal Bridge 05/08/75 GV II Road bridge over the Kennet and Avon Canal on a sloping site. c1810. Probably by John Pinch the Elder. MATERIALS: Limestone ashlar. EXTERIOR: Slight concave curve to each side. Substantial walls rise from the bank with a keystone to a semi-elliptical arch to the centre. The level parapets have moulded coping, double weathered plinths and a lower platband to the outer sides. Six panels of pierced intersecting circles are articulated by piers, wider to the centre and ends. From the centre of east end the lower plinths sink into the hillside. HISTORY: This bridge spanned the newly completed canal, and linked Bathwick Hill with the rest of the Bathwick Estate. The construction of this bridge was a pre-requisite for the development of the hillside. Pinch, as estate architect, would have been entrusted with this design. The latticed parapet appears to be later work, and may have been designed by Goodridge around 1840-50. Listing NGR: ST7582164916 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 509648 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Holburne Museum in Bath is the city's first art museum, showcasing a diverse collection of art and creativity. Visitors can explore various exhibitions and enjoy community-focused events and workshops.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Sydney Wharf canal bridge is located in South-East England and is a Grade II listed building. This bridge is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, contributing to the region's industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3828, -2.3488
- District
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Parish
- Bath and North East Somerset, unparished area
- Postcode
- BA2 6FQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bath
- Nearest railway station
- Bath Spa — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Mon-Sat: 10am to 5pm; Sun (& Bank Holidays): 11am to 5pm
- Official site
- www.holburne.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q26673340 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sydney Wharf canal bridge?
- Sydney Wharf canal bridge is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BA2 6FQ), in the parish of Bath and North East Somerset, unparished area.
- What is Sydney Wharf canal bridge?
- Sydney Wharf canal bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Sydney Wharf canal bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Bath Spa, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BA2 6FQ.
- Is Sydney Wharf canal bridge a listed building?
- Sydney Wharf canal bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Sydney Wharf canal bridge a protected site?
- Yes — Sydney Wharf canal bridge is part of the Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Sydney Wharf canal bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Sydney Wharf canal bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Sydney Wharf canal bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Bath Spa, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BA2 6FQ.