Union Bridge, Horncliffe – the oldest suspension bridge in the world

Union Bridge, also known as Chain Bridge, traversing the River Tweed near Horncliffe, was the first suspension bridge built in Europe for vehicles. It is the oldest suspension bridge still in use in the world. It is a single lane bridge, limited to one vehicle at a time. The bridge was constructed in 1820 by [...]

May 31st, 2009 | Posted in Architecture, Day trips, England, Scotland, United Kingdom, Videos Europe travel | 4 Comments

Wintry Easter Walk in Scottish Borders

I was back on home territory in the Scotland in the Borders area this morning, braving the elements, with a walk along the River Tweed from Union Bridge and around the woodland walk at Paxton House. View of Union Bridge from riverside walk There was a period of steady hailstones leading to an accumulation of [...]

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March 22nd, 2008 | Posted in Day trips, Scotland, Walking | No Comments