The Swing Bridge was opened in 1876 and rotates by means of hydraulic power connecting Newcastle and Gateshead. The mechanism used today is original.

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Size: 5760px × 3840px
Location: Newcastle Opon Tyne
Photo credit: © Paul Curry / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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