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Posted: 08 Jan 2022

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Kylesku Bridge, Sutherland

Kylesku Bridge, Sutherland
We are on the way to Handa Island in North West Scotland. The scenery en-route is pretty stunning as we pause here to gaze at this wonderful curved concrete box-girder bridge that we have just crossed.

“It was opened in 1984 by our Queen Elizabeth. In 2019, the bridge was classified by Historic Environment Scotland as a Category A structure, recognising it as "visually striking and technically innovative". The bridge crosses water which is approximately 120 metres (390 ft) wide and up to 25 metres (82 ft) deep, leading to fast tidal currents. It replaced the ferry between Kylesku and Kylestrome, which was 400 metres to the east. The bridge is designed to be sympathetic to the surrounding country, and the approaches were chosen to minimise changes to the landscape.” Wiki

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 Colin Ashcroft
Colin Ashcroft club
I love this bridge. It is untypical of UK infrastructure in that it really is designed to look good rather than just a functional straight (cheaper) option. Thanks for the memory Herb
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to Colin Ashcroft club
Thanks Colin, always nice to see you here. It was a real surprise to me in approaching this bridge and even more so on stopping here and looking back at it. A wonderful curve that would have shown even better from a higher and further away vantage point. Great country here which I am pleased you have shared we me too.

Happy 2022 and keep safe. Herb
2 years ago. Edited 2 years ago.
 TOZ
TOZ club
Hi Herb love this bridge with the beautiful curve and the super backdrop what a beautiful place Scotland we are so lucky to be able to visit.

Best Gordon
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to TOZ club
It was a beautiful sight for sure. In actual fact the weather went better as this big day progressed.

Cheers, Herb
2 years ago.
 Jaap van 't Veen
Jaap van 't Veen club
Beautiful bridge; well composed Herb.
2 years ago.
 Stephan Fey
Stephan Fey club
Tolle Konstruktion!
2 years ago.
 Ulrich John
Ulrich John club
Fantastic view, Herb !
2 years ago.
 tiabunna
tiabunna club
A great image of this impressive bridge and landscape, Herb.
2 years ago.
 David G Johnson
David G Johnson club
Brilliant Herb'... I found your spot on Google/E street view, the region and mountains looks stunning.. Cheers'... from Dj.
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to David G Johnson club
It was a delight for soul and camera my friend.

Cheers, Herb
2 years ago.
 Keith Burton
Keith Burton club
Such a beautiful bridge..........I like the way you've composed this view leading from the subtle curve bottom left. The concrete looks to be surviving the Scottish weather very well.

I like the splash of yellow from the broom and the mist-laden peaks in the distance. A superb capture Herb.
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to Keith Burton club
Another to please you Keith. It was a pretty stunning bridge, even more so because it was really in the middle of nowhere. I did try to anchor the shot down with something and the gorse did the trick.

Keep safe. Herb
2 years ago.
 Weard Bültena
Weard Bültena
Moin,
das sieht schon beeindruckend aus. Danke für die Infos.
Klasse fotografiert.
Weard
2 years ago.
 Rosalyn Hilborne
Rosalyn Hilborne club
Oh that's a superb perspective Herb. The misty backdrop is a lovely contrast to the brighter and clear foreground. Another lovely shot! Cheers, Rosa.
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to Rosalyn Hilborne club
Haha, I fear that someday I will run out of fresh lovely shots Rosa. So glad you liked another of my moody but interesting Scottish captures here. A great moment for us.

Keep safe. Herb
2 years ago.
 Eva Lewitus
Eva Lewitus club
What a wonderful place and that bridge is just right in the landscape. Good that you can take these beautiful walks!
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to Eva Lewitus club
Hi Eva, great to see you here again. Quite a long drive from my home (taking in fact two days at least) but not too far away from the chalet that we were staying in in that area. Yes, wonderful walking around this wild countryside for those that can do such things. Glad you liked it.

Best Wishes for 2022 and keep safe. Herb
2 years ago.
 Peter_Private_Box
Peter_Private_Box club
Hi Herb
I think bridge structures and arches are the flavour of the week!
Great viewpoint!
Best Wishes, a nice weekend, and stay safe!!
Peter
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to Peter_Private_Box club
Yes, sometimes there is a glut of one similar subject here in Ipernity Peter. Maybe one is prompted to look in their stock photos after seeing other bridge photos. Glad you liked it.

Cheers. Herb
2 years ago.
 David G Johnson
David G Johnson club
Further to my earlier comment.... I'll be back - Cheers from Dj.. @ 01.29
2 years ago.
Herb Riddle club has replied to David G Johnson club
:) Gotcha
2 years ago.
 cammino
cammino club
Beautifully composed!
2 years ago.
 Falk Preusche
Falk Preusche club
Die Ingenieure hatten den Bogen raus. Die Brücke sieht wirklich gut aus.
2 years ago.

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