Three Bridges, London
Three Bridges, properly known as Windmill Bridge, is a three-level crossing of bridges near Hanwell in west London, United Kingdom.[1] Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the bridges are a clever arrangement allowing the routes of the Grand Junction Canal, Great Western and Brentford Railway, and Windmill Lane to cross each other: road above canal above railway.[2][3] Work began in 1856, and was completed on 16 July 1859.[3] The project was Brunel's last before he died on 15 September 1859, just two months after its completion.
Windmill Bridge | |
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View of the canal (middle level) and road (upper level) crossing the railway line looking east | |
Type | Bridges |
Location | Hanwell |
Coordinates | 51°30′16″N 0°21′20″W |
OS grid reference | TQ 14246 79655 |
Area | Ealing |
Built | 16 July 1859 |
Architect | Isambard Kingdom Brunel |
Official name | Windmill Bridge |
Designated | 26 January 1970 |
Reference no. | 1002020 |
Location of Windmill Bridge in Greater London |
The structure is a scheduled monument.
References
- Historic England. "Windmill Bridge (1002020)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 29 March 2015.
- "Is this the right way to Braunston?". Grand Union Canal Walk.
- "Windmill Lane Bridge (Three Bridges)". Disused Stations.
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