The historic Alma bridge, built over 100 years ago, was damaged in severe flooding and rendered unsafe for use long term. The bridge provides access to the seafront over the River Sid and acts as a gateway to the South West Coast Path. A large project was undertaken to replace it - the new bridge was moved 40 metres inland and a nautical, contemporary design was selected.
The project also undertook extensive cliff reprofiling and stabilisation work. Despite COVID restrictions hampering the project, the bridge was opened at the end of 2020.
The structure was clad in our Purbeck Royal Blue stone to match the existing walling and, more fittingly, it's one of the limestone beds found on the Jurassic Coast. We supplied approx. 60 tonne of Purbeck Stone which is ideal for this type of applictaion; it's hardwearing and durable, even against some of the harshest environmental elements.
Purbeck Royal Blue is a stunning natural building stone with a rich blue heart and brown border which offers a fabulous depth of colour and a lot of character, suitable for new-builds and restoration schemes alike and has been used extensively throughout the UK.

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Location: Sidmouth, East Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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