Britain’s Coastal Road Bridges
Britain’s Coastal Road Bridges by Mark Chatterton, published by Amberley Publishing on July 15, 2024, offers an insightful exploration of the numerous road bridges that line the coastline of Great Britain. This 96-page book presents a detailed examination of 100 different road bridges, starting with the Queen Elizabeth Bridge on the River Thames and moving in a clockwise direction. The author delves into the history, construction details, and architectural features of these structures, which include both prominent examples like the Humber and Severn road bridges and lesser-known ones such as the Bridge of Tongue.
Readers will find a comprehensive guide that combines historical context with technical insights, making it a valuable resource for those interested in technology and engineering, particularly in relation to civil structures. The book is richly illustrated with over a hundred color photographs, enhancing the visual experience of the journey along Britain’s coastal bridges. This edition serves as an informative reference for enthusiasts of civil engineering and history alike, showcasing the diverse range of bridges that connect islands to the mainland and span river estuaries.
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There are thousands of road bridges all over Britain with many being found around the coastline. In a first, transport historian Mark Chatterton takes the reader on a journey along the coast of Great Britain, detailing 100 different road bridges. Starting with the Queen Elizabeth Bridge on the River Thames going in a clockwise direction, the author examines the history, construction details and architecture of these road bridges, including those at river estuaries as well as those connecting islands to the mainland. These include well-known examples such as the Humber, Severn and Forth road bridges, as well as some of the more obscure structures such as the Bridge of Tongue and the Whitby Swing Bridge. Illustrated with over a hundred colour photographs, this book is a fascinating guide to Britain’s coastal bridges.
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