Ouse Valley Viaduct

The viaduct extends 450 meters across the River Ouse valley through 37 semi-circular arches, each measuring 9 meters in width and reaching 29 meters in height.

Construction began in 1839 by the London & Brighton Railway company, with engineers John Urpeth Rastrick and David Mocatta leading the design and completion in 1841.

The Grade II* listed structure represents Victorian engineering excellence through its symmetrical arches, decorative balustrades, and traditional red brick construction methods.

Regular train services between London and Brighton cross the viaduct, while pedestrian paths beneath and around provide various photography angles of the structure.

Each pier contains hollow chambers with vertical slots and semicircular rings at top and bottom, reducing material usage while maintaining structural integrity.

Location: Ansty and Staplefield

Height: 29 m

Length: 450 m

Width: 13 m

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 51.03472,-0.11444

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:07