Building record MAB6773 - BOW BRIDGE, ELGIN
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Summary
Road bridge, built in 1630-5 as the first bridge over the River Lossie, and it was remodelled in 1789.
Protected Status/Designation
- Listed Building (B) 30859
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 2033 6325 (14m by 27m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ26SW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Elgin Urban |
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Road bridge, built in 1630-5 as the first bridge over the River Lossie, and it was remodelled in 1789. It is a single-span arched bridge, constructed from rubble, with a dressed stone arch-ring and cope. The foundations and side walls are original, while the arch has been remodelled. Bears inscription: 'Elginum Condidit. Ibi Concordia Fiat. Foundit 1630. Finishit 1635'. Also 'Rebuilt by the county, 1789 in four months'. It is also known as the Bow Brig.
Period Notes
Built in 1630-35 and remodelled in 1789. Listed designation given on 20/08/1981.
HERBERT, C, 2007, ELGIN FAS ARCHAEOLOGICAL ATTENDANCE - GROUND INVESTIGATIONS (Bibliographic reference). SAB2731.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- HES Listed Building Number: 30859;
- NMR Card Number: NJ26SW211;
- NRHE Numlink: 193769;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ26SW0206;
External Links (2)
- https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB30859 (Historic Environment Scotland Portal Link)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/193769 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB2731 Bibliographic reference: HERBERT, C. 2007. ELGIN FAS ARCHAEOLOGICAL ATTENDANCE - GROUND INVESTIGATIONS. N.
Finds (1)
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Record last edited
Mar 5 2018 3:51PM
