Three Bridges — Local services in London

Canal, road and railway crossing one atop of the the other, with the canal sandwiched between. Brunel's last masterpiece and a historical landmark, completed 1859. I expect many people go past it regularly without even thinking about it. But it is definitely worth a 2nd look at this amazing piece of engineering. Take a stroll along The Grand Union Canal towpath, it's tranquil and beautiful. Lots of good dog friendly walking around here. In close proximity to Dormers Wells, Southall, Tentalow Park, Glade Lane Canalside Park, Brunel's Viaduct, Brent River Park Walk, Hanwell Zoo (Bunny Park), Hanwell Maze, and Hanwell Flight (a series of 3 locks in close succession and classed as a whole as an ancient monument) . Nearest...

Here 3 different transport systems cross with the “deep cut” railway track excavated directly under a caste iron trough section of the Grand Union Canal. Windmill Lane bridge being the topmost element. Brunel’s final engineering feat completed in 1859, an intriguing early prototype of the modern traffic “flyover.” Hardly likely to raise an eyebrow: an authentic anecdotal titbit while admiring the patina of benign indifference lingering here. Perhaps of more interest to the canal/railway “anorak” rather than the aimless practitioner of the streets adrift on...

The brainchild of Isambard Brunel which is famously his last creation. Built in 3 years and completed in 1859, it's a true marvel of engineering. To think that somebody could not only envisage but to actually build a construction where you have a road with a canal going underneath it and a railway line beneath the canal is an astonishment feat. It's one of those places you must see for yourself to appreciate the complexity of this creation. So stop reading this and grab your kids or partner or pet or whoever you can take with you and see it...