The Rolling Bridge, Automated pedestrian bridge in Paddington Basin, England
The Rolling Bridge spans 12 meters across a canal inlet, constructed of eight triangular steel sections connected by hydraulic cylinders within its balustrades.
Thomas Heatherwick designed this engineering structure as part of the Grand Union Canal development project, completing its installation in Paddington Basin during 2004.
The bridge received recognition from the British Constructional Steelwork Association through their Structural Steel Design Award for its engineering excellence.
The bridge operates on a regular schedule, performing its curling motion every Wednesday and Friday at noon, and Saturday at 2 PM.
When activated, the hydraulic system transforms the straight footbridge into an octagonal shape, creating a mechanism that lifts the structure clear of the water.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 2004
Architects: Thomas Heatherwick
Official opening: 2004
Length: 12 m
Made from material: steel, tree
GPS coordinates: 51.51839,-0.17474
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:53
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