Joining Plymouth in Devon to Saltash in Cornwall over the Tamar River. It was opened by Prince Albert in 1859 and would be Isambard Kingdom Brunel's last work as he died 3 months later.
What a great looking bridge and the fact that a steam locomotive is running over it just adds to the atmosphere of the image. Pity there's no smoke coming out of it.
I always liked train bridges when I was young, I still do! They often have interesting architecture. This one certainly does. Mine: https://thisandthatablog.blogspot.com/2026/09/thursday-postcard-hunt-bridges-railway.html
I saw a picture of this bridge where it is not red. I like the colours on this postcard best. And its unique design!
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What a great looking bridge and the fact that a steam locomotive is running over it just adds to the atmosphere of the image. Pity there's no smoke coming out of it.
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I always liked train bridges when I was young, I still do! They often have interesting architecture. This one certainly does.
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I like those solid masonry supports. Brunel certainly went out on a high note.
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Impressive bridge. I like the tall stone pillars!
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