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Clachan Bridge, Argyllshire

Clachan Bridge is a late 18th-century hump-backed bridge over the Sound of Seil, Argyllshire. It was described as 'the first bridge over the Atlantic'. It was built high to allow passage of ships. It is within the council area of Argyll and Bute.
Historic Environment Scotland Category A Listed LB11834.

Place Type: Historic Bridge
Historic County: Argyllshire
Lat, Long: 56.317722,-5.5828138
Grid Reference: NM 7853 1969
Civil Parish: Kilbrandon and Kilchattan CP
Council Area: Argyll and Bute CA
Police Area: Scotland (Argyll and West Dunbartonshire) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 320745
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Clachan_Bridge,_Argyllshire_320745

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