Reg.Nr. HA-2002/IR/08

The Ha'penny Bridge Refurbishment Scheme, Dublin

The success of the restoration is due to the fruitful marriage of the best international standards in engineering excellence, architecture conservation practice, sensitivity in execution and meticulous attention to detail. This beautiful bridge has been preserved for its original ...
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Project details

Title:The Ha'penny Bridge Refurbishment Scheme, Dublin
Entr. year: 2002
Result:Diploma
Country: Ireland
Town: Dublin
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:Type also: cultural landscape, archaeological site
Building type/ Project type: industrial heritage
Former use:Bridge
Actual use:Bridge
Built: 19th century
The Jury's citation: "For the careful restoration of an early 19th century cast iron foot bridge to its former glory whilst meeting modern safety requirements"
GPS:53°20'46.3"N 6°15'47.0"W
Web, Links:

www.bridgesofdublin.ie

Description:
The success of the restoration is due to the fruitful marriage of the best international standards in engineering excellence, architecture conservation practice, sensitivity in execution and meticulous attention to detail. This beautiful bridge has been preserved for its original purpose and will continue to service future generations, as it has done so graciously for the last 187 years. It maintains its place as a highly valued component of the cultural heritage of this city, the nation and Europe.