Leaderfoot Viaduct, Victorian railway viaduct in Scottish Borders, Scotland
The nineteenth-century red sandstone structure spans 906 feet across the River Tweed with nineteen rounded brick arches reaching 130 feet in height.
Engineers Charles Jopp and Wylie & Peddie designed the viaduct for the Berwickshire Railway, which officially opened on November 16, 1863.
The viaduct stands near the ancient Roman settlement of Trimontium, forming part of a three-bridge complex known locally as Tripontium.
The structure underwent extensive restoration work between 1992 and 1995, including masonry replacement and underwater repairs to ensure its preservation.
The viaduct features dressed red sandstone blocks with dimpled surfaces specifically designed for hydraulic lifting during construction.
Location: Scottish Borders
Location: Melrose
Official opening: November 16, 1863
GPS coordinates: 55.60442,-2.67794
Latest update: May 16, 2025 07:44
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