Skerne Bridge, Grade I listed railway bridge in Darlington, England
The stone arch bridge spans the River Skerne with a main arch of 39 feet 6 inches and smaller arches on both sides.
The Skerne Bridge opened in 1825 as part of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, carrying George Stephenson's Locomotion No. 1 on its inaugural journey.
Historic England recognizes this structure among the 100 most important monuments in the country, featuring it on previous British five-pound notes.
The bridge remains operational on the Bishop Auckland to Saltburn line, with a viewing area in the adjacent car park for photography.
The structure maintains its position as the oldest railway bridge in continuous operation worldwide since its construction in 1825.
Location: Darlington
GPS coordinates: 54.53450,-1.55060
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:54
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