The Essex Packhorse bridge over the river Trent near Great Bridgeford Staffordshire, used by walkers and village locals.

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Built in 1550 by the Earl of Essex for access from the local villages to Shugborough Hall and his large farming estate.

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Size: 5976px × 3992px
Location: Essex Bridge, Great Bridgeford, Staffordshire, UK
Photo credit: © Tony Boydon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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