Historic bridges · West Midlands
Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale
In or near Wolverhampton.
Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale — Grade II listed building-listed
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dudley Port · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch, you can reach it via Dudley Port railway station, which is approximately 0.5 km away. The postcode for the area is DY4 7PT, and entry to the bridge is free.
About
Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1215059). 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 SANDWELL MB BIRMINGHAM CANAL SO 99 SE Birmingham Level, Tividale 4/24 Towpath bridge over Netherton Tunnel Branch at junction with New Main Line (approx 400m east of Dudley Port) II Towpath bridge. Mid-C19. Cast iron with brick abutments which have some sandstone dressings. Single shallow segmental arch. Sides are a single casting pierced to form lattice pattern of saltire crosses. Inscribed: "TOLL END WORKS". Netherton Tunnel was opened in 1858. (Paget-Tomlinson, EW: The Complete Book of Canal and River Navigations, 1978, p 96). Listing NGR: SO9716191585 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 219228 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Sheepwash Local Nature Reserve is a 93-acre site located in the West Midlands, featuring lakes, meadows, and wooded areas that support a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors can explore the natural beauty of the reserve, learn about its industrial history, and enjoy peaceful walks.
Place summary
Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch is a Grade II listed bridge located in the West Midlands, approximately 400 metres east of Dudley Port on the Birmingham Canal. This structure serves as a notable feature in the region's canal network within the unparished area of Sandwell.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5221, -2.0433
- District
- Sandwell
- Parish
- Sandwell, unparished area
- Postcode
- DY4 7PT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tipton and Wednesbury
- Nearest railway station
- Dudley Port — 0.5 km
- Official site
- protectsheepwashlocalnaturereserve.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26509936 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale?
- Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DY4 7PT), in the parish of Sandwell, unparished area.
- What is Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale?
- Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale — Grade II listed building-listed
- How do I get to Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale?
- The nearest railway station is Dudley Port, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode DY4 7PT.
- Is Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale a listed building?
- Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale free to visit?
- Yes, Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale is free to enter.
- How do I get to Towpath Bridge Over Netherton Tunnel Branch At Junction With New Main Line (Approximately 400 Metres East Of Dudley Port) Birmingham Canal Birmingham Level, Tividale?
- The nearest railway station is Dudley Port, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DY4 7PT.