Blackpool Br

Heritage Site in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Blackpool Br

A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean This indistinct rivet bench mark is on the low east parapet on the older of the two bridges over Soudley Brook, Upper Soudley. The older bridge has now been by-passed providing safer access to the village hall. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6182288">SO6510 : Soudley bridges over Soudley Brook</a> — A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean Credit: John S Turner

Blackpool Br, Gloucestershire, is a significant heritage site located in the picturesque county of Gloucestershire, England. This historic bridge, also known as Blackpool Bridge, spans over the River Severn and has been an integral part of the region's transportation network since its construction in the 19th century.

The bridge is renowned for its remarkable architecture, showcasing a combination of stone and ironwork. It features elegant arches and intricate detailing, a testament to the craftsmanship of the time. Blackpool Br stands as a symbol of the engineering prowess of the Victorian era and serves as a reminder of the importance of infrastructure development during that period.

Beyond its architectural significance, Blackpool Br holds cultural and historical importance. It has witnessed the passage of time and played a crucial role in connecting communities on either side of the river. The bridge has provided a vital link for trade and transportation, facilitating the movement of goods and people across Gloucestershire and beyond.

Visitors to Blackpool Br are captivated by its scenic location, surrounded by lush greenery and offering stunning views of the River Severn. The bridge also serves as a popular spot for photography enthusiasts, who can capture the beauty of the structure against the backdrop of the natural landscape.

As a designated heritage site, Blackpool Br is carefully preserved and maintained by local authorities. It serves as a cherished landmark, reminding locals and visitors alike of the rich history and architectural heritage of Gloucestershire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.773/-2.5 or Grid Reference SO6508. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean

This indistinct rivet bench mark is on the low east parapet on the older of the two bridges over Soudley Brook, Upper Soudley. The older bridge has now been by-passed providing safer access to the village hall. See also SO6510 : Soudley bridges over Soudley Brook

John S Turner

Soudley bridges over Soudley Brook

Part of the older of the two Soudley Bridges, with the more modern, and safer one behind the trees. There is a rivet bench mark cut into the low parapet in front of the camera: SO6510 : A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean

John S Turner

'Herbert & Young Coleford Glos' Sluice Valve cover

This old cast iron cover is near the road bridge over Cinderford Brook. probably cast between 1893 and 1942 when the company were at Howler's Slade, Coleford, Forest of Dean.

John S Turner

Site of Soudley Halt

The halt was opened in 1907, after the loss of some freight traffic on the GWR's Forest of Dean branch left some space in the schedule for it, and closed in 1958 after passenger traffic was lost to the far more convenient bus services. It was a fairly simple affair, consisting of a cinder platform and a corrugated iron shelter, and it was situated roughly where the black car is in the foreground. The area once occupied by the halt and the track is now the car park for the White Horse Inn. Immediately before Soudley, loco crews would have tackled the rigorous climb from sea level at Bullo, via two restrictive and lengthy tunnels, and the closed Soudley Halt was a popular place to stop and rebuild the fire, possibly due to the proximity of the White Horse! Taken to replicate a railway-era shot by Ben Ashworth.

John Winder

Great Western boundary marker

An old GWR boundary marker in the grass, near Tump House at Soudley. This is some way from where the GWR's Forest of Dean branch ran, but is at the edge of the land once occupied by the tramway serving Soudley Iron Works, which had ceased production in 1877. I wonder if the GWR also owned the tramway route? Detail of a similar boundary post, up the line near Ruspidge, can be seen at SO6511 : Great Western boundary post detail.

John Winder

Tramway route at Soudley iron works

Now a bridleway, this was once the route of a tramway serving Soudley iron works. Iron making was a pretty fickle business, with the works changing hands many times before ceasing production in 1877. Most of the buildings were cleared in 1899, but the tramway is marked on the 1914 map. The stone building to the right is part of the old iron works. The tramway route is now a bridleway. The presence of a GWR boundary marker post in the grass some distance down the tramway route suggests that the tramway may have been included in the agreement for the GWR to purchase the Bullo Pill tramway and convert it to a railway.

John Winder

Stone Stile, Blakeney

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW63, off Pollards Lane looking from the road. The view looking West is SO6606 : Stone Stile, Blakeney.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW63, off Pollards Lane looking towards the road. The view looking East is SO6606 : Stone Stile, Blakeney.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW37 at Hewell's Farm, Cinderford Road. This looks West to road, the view East is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW37 at Hewell's Farm, Cinderford Road. This looks East, the view to the road is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpaths DAW38 & DAW39 from Cinderford Road opposite Hewell's Farm looking from the road. The view looking to the road is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpaths DAW38 & DAW39 from Cinderford Road, looking towards Hewell's Farm. The view from the road is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW46 opposite Blakeney Hill Road looking from the road. The view to the roads is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW46 opposite Blakeney Hill Road looking to the roads. The view up the steps to the stile is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW46 heading towards the Blakeney Playing Fields. Looking NW in the direction of Cinderford Road, the view SE is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill

On Gloucestershire footpath DAW46 heading towards the Blakeney Playing Fields. Looking NW to Cinderford Road, the view SE is SO6607 : Stone Stile, Blakeney Hill.

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