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Caption For Eamont Bridge, 1893

The old sandstone bridge over the river Eamont, rebuilt in the 16th century, was a popular spot for leisurely strolls from Penrith.

Caption For Bakewell, View From The Bridge 1923

The photographer took up his position on the 13th-century road bridge and pointed his camera south towards Haddon Hall.

Caption For York, The Castle C1885

This wonderful view from the walls was taken before the onslaught of the motor car, and when gas lamps were still in place.

Caption For Chelmsford, The Stone Bridge 1919

This view was taken from the iron bridge, and shows the backs of various High Street and Moulsham Street properties.

Caption For Launceston, St Thomas' Church 1906

An old packhorse bridge and ford span the tranquil Kensey river, making it the perfect spot for peaceful contemplation.

Caption For Baslow, The Old Mill C1883

Here we see the old bridge and the mill.

Caption For Bradford On Avon, Barton Bridge 1914

Its landmark features are the ancient Barton Bridge in the centre, also known as Packhorse Bridge, and the spire of the parish church of Holy Trinity to the left.

Caption For Greenhow Hill, The Cathedral, Stump Cross Caverns C1955

Stump Cross Caverns, on the summit of Greenhow Hill on the road between Pateley Bridge and Grassington, were discovered by lead miners seeking new veins of the then precious ore.

Caption For Aughton, Town Green C1950

Stone sets pave Town Green, as it leads through the village towards the railway bridge and station.

Caption For Matlock, The Square C1870

This view looks towards Matlock bridge, and tells of a time when local straw-hatted local people could stand in the middle of the street to have a leisurely conservation.

Caption For Durham, The Count's House 1914

The original Count's House was about 100 yards nearer to Prebend's Bridge and was the home of Count Boruwlaski, a Polish dwarf who stood just 39 inches high.

Caption For Rotherham, The Bridge Chapel 1895

The Chapel of Our Lady standing on Rotherham Bridge dates from the 1480s, and is one of only three such chapels in England.

Caption For Allerford, Pack Horse Bridge C1955

This view of Allerford's much photographed 15th-century packhorse bridge and ford looks much the same today.

Caption For Michelham Priory, The Gatehouse C1965

The 'island' formed by the moat is entered over a 16th- century bridge and through a fine 15th-century Wealden sandstone gatehouse, seen here from within the moat; the house is out of view

Caption For Woolston, The Floating Bridge C1955

Southampton's famous Floating Bridge enabled foot passengers and traffic to cross the Itchen between the city and the south-eastern suburb of Woolston.

Caption For Woolston, The Floating Bridge C1955

Southampton's famous Floating Bridge enabled foot passengers and traffic to cross the Itchen between the city and the south-eastern suburb of Woolston.

Caption For Odiham, Basingstoke Canal C1965

The photograph shows Colt Hill Bridge and the rear of The Bridge House.

Caption For Fordingbridge, Bridge Street C1960

In earlier days this route marked the only highway in and out of the Forest from this direction.

Caption For Dolgellau, From The Station 1888

This view, taken from the station, shows the town and Cadair Idris, the River Wnion, the famous 17th-century bridge and tollhouse, and the tower of St Mary's church.

Caption For Malmesbury, River Avon From Daniel's Well C1955

This branch of the river passes through the Mill Brewery, at this time owned by Linolite Limited, and on to the weir by St John`s Bridge and the Avon Mill, eventually joining the other