Abbey Bridge - Tavistock by Marilyn Harris
Marilyn Harris

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Abbey Bridge – Tavistock

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Abbey Bridge was built in 1764, and widened in 1859-60.

Water rushing over the weir in front of the arched Abbey Bridge on the River Tavy in Tavistock, Devon, England.

UK Historical Markers
The plaque says:
Abbey Bridge.
A medieval bridge here to serve Tavistock Abbey it was replaced in 1763 to accommodate the new turnpike road system, this bridge was widened in 1860 to carry the increased traffic following the opening of the Great Western Railway Station nearby.

Canon PowerShot A650IS

Shutter Speed: 1/100sec
Aperture: F3.5
ISO: 80

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abbey bridge, river tavy, tavistock, west devon, england, united kingdom, historic, medieval, 1764, marilyn harris, blossom, weir

Comments

  • Audrey Clarke
    Audrey Clarke12 months ago

  • Roy  Massicks
    Roy Massicks12 months ago

    These wonderful old bridges make great photos Marilyn. The weir and your lighting just make
    this picture.

  • Thanks so much Roy – Appreciate! :o)

    – Marilyn Harris

  • rocamiadesign
    rocamiadesign12 months ago

    Thank you for adding your work to The Best of RedBubble! Beautiful! I especially love the lighting on the water.

  • Thank You so much Kathleen – Appreciate! :o)

    – Marilyn Harris