Haven Bridge, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Looking south-east along the River Yare down South Quay. Workmen are clinging onto Haven Bridge in its upright position. Haven Bridge was opened by HRH Prince of Wales on 21st October 1930. This photograph may show the bridge still under construction in early 1930. It replaced an earlier Haven Bridge that was opened to the public on October 21st 1854. There has been a bridge on this site since at least 1427.

Location

Norfolk Great Yarmouth

Period

Victorian (1837 - 1901)

Tags

bridge water river boat transport people work men