Roman bridge remains found in Northumberland

A rescue operation is set to save the remains of a spectacular Roman bridge which once spanned the Tyne. A trial excavation has revealed massive blocks from the stone bridge in the river bank at Corbridge in Northumberland. Evidence suggests that the bridge had a triumphal arch and was adorned with statues.

But the structure is under threat from riverbank erosion and Tyne and Wear Museums and English Heritage have lodged a bid with the Heritage Lottery Fund for backing to finance a rescue dig.

Posted by David on May 9, 2003 10:10 PM