
Royal Albert Bridge - Wikipedia
The Royal Albert Bridge is a railway bridge which spans the River Tamar in England between Plymouth, Devon and Saltash, Cornwall. Its unique design consists of two 455-foot (138.7 m) lenticular iron trusses 100 feet (30.5 m) above the water, …
Royal Albert Bridge - HistoricBridges.org
May 10, 2018 · Historic Truss Bridge in Saltash and Plymouth South West, England. This unique bridge was an incredible feat of engineering when completed under the direction of famous engineer Brunel.
RAB Building | saltash.org
The Royal Albert Bridge is now regarded as a national treasure and the predominant landmark of Saltash, but the plan to build a bridge at Saltash had competition.
Royal Albert Bridge - Saltash Cornwall - Home
The Royal Albert Bridge (1859) stands as a testament to the engineering genius of Isambard Kingdom Brunel. One of the greatest bridges in the world, it is unique in design, unequaled in engineering and graceful in appearance.
Saltash Bridge, Plymouth, England - The Victorian Web
Saltash or Royal Albert Bridge, Plymouth, England. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Completed 1859. This railway bridge carries the Cornish Main Line over the River Tamar from Plymouth in Devon to Saltash in Cornwall.
History - Royal Albert Bridge - Saltash Cornwall
On July 4th 1853 the foundation for the first of the Cornish piers was laid by the Mayor of Saltash Mr W Rundle in Silver Street. The central pier was capped in 1856 and work then began to erect the four octagonal columns which were to hold the deck.
Tourism Information - Saltash
Saltash is home of the spectacular Royal Albert Bridge - designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and completed in 1859, this stunning bridge is a 'must see' for anyone visiting the area. One of...
Royal Albert Bridge - Graces Guide
The Royal Albert Bridge (also known as The Tamar Bridge) spans the River Tamar between Plymouth, on the Devon bank, and Saltash on the Cornish bank. It has been described as a bowstring suspension bridge, and its unique design consists of two 455 feet lenticular iron trusses 100 feet above the water, with conventional plate-girder approach spans.
Destinations: Saltash - Visit Cornwall
Sitting on the Cornish side of the River Tamar, Saltash is the location of two of the most iconic bridges in the West Country, bringing both trains and cars into Cornwall.
Brunel Bridge - In Saltash
Dec 28, 2023 · The Brunel Bridge in Saltash, also known as the Royal Albert Bridge, stands as a marvel of engineering excellence and an iconic symbol of Victorian innovation. Designed by the renowned British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this impressive railway bridge spans the River Tamar, linking the counties of Devon and Cornwall in South West England.