Rainbow Bridge, Oxford, Footbridge in University Parks, Oxford, England.
The Rainbow Bridge spans across the River Cherwell with a curved concrete structure and metal railings forming an arch shape above the water.
The bridge construction between 1923 and 1924 provided employment opportunities during a period of economic hardship in Oxford.
The University of Oxford, its colleges, and individual subscribers jointly funded this bridge, demonstrating the collective support for infrastructure development.
The structure connects University Parks to New Marston through meadow footpaths, offering passage for pedestrians and cyclists throughout the year.
Punts regularly pass beneath the bridge during summer months, while visitors observe local wildlife from its elevated position.
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 51.76306,-1.25028
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:18
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