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Clifton Suspension Bridge
Brunels landmark bridge spanning the Avon Gorge, Bristol. IoE 379208. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Joy Roddy LRPS Source: Images of England
Media ID 413818
Filename: 379208.jpg
Size: 3072 x 2048 (6.9MB)
Date: 13th October 1999
Source: Historic England
Credit: Images of England
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 238979
Source: 809693
Arch Bridge Listed Road Shadow Transport Tree Victorian Gorge Isambard Kingdom Brunel River Avon Roadway Suspension
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This photograph, titled "Clifton Suspension Bridge" by Joy Roddy LRPS, showcases the iconic beauty and historical significance of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's masterpiece spanning the Avon Gorge in Bristol, England. The image perfectly encapsulates the essence of the Victorian-era engineering marvel, with its grand suspension bridge and roadway suspended high above the meandering River Avon. The bridge's intricate design is on full display, with the elegant arches casting long, dramatic shadows on the riverbank below. The roadway, a testament to the transport revolution of the time, appears as a thin ribbon of asphalt, connecting the two sides of the gorge. The trees lining the riverbank add a touch of natural beauty and contrast against the industrial might of the bridge. Listed as a Grade I listed structure, the Clifton Suspension Bridge is a symbol of engineering excellence and a source of pride for the people of Bristol. Its construction, which began in 1831 and was completed in 1864 after Brunel's death, marked a significant milestone in the history of bridge engineering. This photograph by Joy Roddy LRPS invites us to appreciate the bridge not just as a functional transport infrastructure, but as a work of art that has stood the test of time. The image transports us back to the Victorian era, allowing us to marvel at the engineering feat that continues to captivate and inspire generations.
