Thornton Viaduct, Railway viaduct in Bradford, England
The Thornton Viaduct stretches 300 yards across Pinch Beck valley, featuring 20 arches and an S-shaped design for railway access to the local station.
Built in 1878 for the Great Northern Railway's Queensbury Lines, the viaduct transported passengers until 1955 and continued goods services into the 1960s.
The structure earned Grade II listed status for its engineering and architectural value, representing Bradford's industrial transportation development during the Victorian era.
Visitors can access the viaduct through the Great Northern Railway Trail, which connects Cullingworth to Queensbury with paths for walking and cycling.
The viaduct reaches a height of 120 feet and includes arches spanning 40 feet, demonstrating the advanced construction methods of 19th-century railway infrastructure.
Location: Bradford
Official opening: 1878
GPS coordinates: 53.78873,-1.85574
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:02
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