Date: 09/01/2023

Work to fully repair a historic bridge and unique remnant of Scotland's industrial past has been delayed. The Victoria Swing Bridge in Leith, a Category A listed local landmark built between 1871 and 1874, is the largest counterweighted swing bridge in ... [Article may require subscription. -RS]

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The Victoria Swing Bridge crossed the Water of Leith almost at its mouth and provided rail connection between the various docks on either side. Now it is a pedestrian bridge linking smart flats and eateries with, well, other smart etc. Caught at the right moment in late winter sunshine this image makes an admired screensaver. Just saying.
Location: Victoria Swing Bridge [Leith]
Company: Leith Harbour and Dock Commissioners Railway
28/02/2015 David Panton

Victoria Swing Bridge, at the mouth of the Water of Leith, which carried road and rail traffic. The Newhaven extension to the Edinburgh Trams line will pass over the newer bridge to the right.
Location: Victoria Swing Bridge [Leith]
Company: Leith Harbour and Dock Commissioners Railway
//1998 Bill Roberton

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