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Northgate Bridge

Free admission

Northgate Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-north, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
15 min–30 min
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Northgate Bridge is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-north, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1375968). 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 CHESTER CITY (EM) SJ4066 UPPER NORTHGATE STREET 1932-1/6/273 Northgate Bridge 10/01/72 GV II Roadbridge. c1790. Perhaps supervised by Thomas Telford, consultant engineer for the Chester Canal. Coursed red sandstone. Deep segmental arch spanning the Roman and City Walls ditch increased in depth to provide for the canal 1770s. Moulded bands to voussoirs; damaged panel above crown of arch on each face of bridge; moulded plinths to renewed iron railings in 4 panels between tapered stone piers and 2 panels north of former toll-cottage, west. Listing NGR: SJ4040866687 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 469947 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Northgate Bridge is a Grade II listed bridge located in North Wales. It is recognised for its architectural significance and historical value within the region.

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Coordinates
53.1939, -2.8934
Parish
Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
Postcode
CH1 2JG
Parliamentary constituency
Chester North and Neston
Established
1790

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Northgate Bridge?
Northgate Bridge is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH1 2JG), in the parish of Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area.
Is Northgate Bridge a listed building?
Northgate Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Northgate Bridge free to visit?
Yes, Northgate Bridge is free to enter.
How do I get to Northgate Bridge?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CH1 2JG. It sits within the Chester North and Neston parliamentary constituency.