Carrbridge
The oldest stone bridge in the Highlands of Scotland which was the first bridge allowing the river Dulnain to be crossed with dry feet was built in what is now Carrbridge, Inverness-shire, Scotland, between May and November 1717 by a mason called John Niccelsone. He did so at the behest of Brigadier-General Alexander Grant of Grant at a cost of £100.
The main aim of the bridge was to ensure that funeral processions from the south did not have to be delayed reaching Duthil Church when the river was in spate and unfordable.
The bridge was damaged by a great flood in 1829, leaving the present fragile looking archway.
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GerryMac
excellent composition Tom!
andygibb
great detail texture and colour… a classic shot
anaisnais
A beautiful picture, so serene. A firm favourite!
dawlishblue
I’ve been to Carrbridge, this is a well composed shot of the old bridge
Jan Piller
This one is gorgeous! It looks like something out of The Lord of the Rings!
Gary Murison
Nice shot. I live not that far from here, but did not know the history about the bridge. Thanks for the little snippet about its background :)
hallucingenic
i just love this! its o awesum almost like something u would c in a fairytale movie :) amazing capture
fenner
Love this shot!
Philip Rogan
What a wonderful bridge. Is there work to preserve it?
Tom Gomez replied
Only the shell of the original bridge remains, but it’s kept in good repair as it is a piece of highland history, and a major tourist attraction to this small town.
Elizabeth Aust...
Super – don’t you just love this glorious country?
Marylamb
Magnificent- beautiful photo
Tom Gomez replied
Thanks Mary
JoanIreland1970
very nice pic, tom
Tom Gomez replied
Thanks Joan
Ozcloggie
Lovely link to the past. It’s all been said. Another pleasing, peaceful scene. Thanks for adding it to the bridges group.
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you, I appreciate your comments.
booboo
Wonderful find and capture Tom and I love the historical notes that accompany this image excellent work well done
djlampkins
Tom, This a great photo. I love this bridge, especially the history…. nice!
Maureen Bloesch
what a beautiful bridge and the gold flowers beyond set it off nicely!
macabrecat
Great photo!!
Braedene
This is a great shot of the Carrbridge bridge – love your angle and love the composition. Liz
rodsfotos
I knew of the connection with General Grant Tom but the info on funerals and the £100 cost is great to know, most of my shots of it were taken in conditions like this, we were staying in Aviemore the week I took the one I posted,
Regards, Rod.
Anatoliy
Lovely shot!
Waleska Luker
Very eye pleasing
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you so much, always nice to meet someone new …
Glenna Walker
This is gorgeous…would make a lovely canvas print…congrats again on your sale!!!
RedHillDigital
Congrats on the print sale Tom!
Mayina
superb shot Tom….......
kalaryder
A lovely shot Tom and a good history too
barnsis
Congratulations this image has been Featured in the group Stream Crossings!
You are also a featured member of the group!
ccwri
Beautiful bridge, Tom, and enjoyed its history too! Congrats on its feature
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you so much, really appreciate the fave
Yool
dinghysailor1
wow stunning capture that i missed earlier tom!! congratulations on the well deserved features in that group!! a perfect choice!!
joyousmoon
Great capture. Congratulations on your feature!
dmacphotography
superb shot!
Heabar
Wonderful capture Tom—such a grand looking bridge !!!
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you so much for your lovely comment …
BigD
Well done with the composition, Tom
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you BigD …
weskats
Beautiful!
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you so much Kathy …
Scott d'Almeida
outstanding,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you Scott, much appreciated …