Victoria Bridge, Hereford
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Victoria Bridge | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Coordinates | 52°03′04″N 2°42′44″W / 52.0511°N 2.71223°W |
| Carries | Pedestrian |
| Crosses | River Wye |
| Locale | Hereford, Herefordshire, England |
| History | |
| Construction end | 1898 |
| Location | |
 | |
Victoria Bridge, Hereford is a foot-bridge in Hereford, opened in 1898 to commemorate the 1897 Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.[1] It is located on Mill Street and crosses the River Wye. The suspension bridge features iron lacework and was built to replace an earlier ferry across the river. It is classified as a Grade II bridge which the United Kingdom states deserves "every effort to preserve them."[2] Its history is highlighted at the Hereford Library and Museum.
In 2006, the local Hereford council allocated £725,000 ($942,826) to restore the footbridge to its original colors as well as reinforce various segments to ensure safety.[3]
