This beautiful 'green' oak bridge was rebuilt a few years ago, and it was a masterpiece of reconstruction. It is a wonderful subject or foreground for photography, especially in winter when there is frost on the ground. Great view of the hall from here.

Sasha Taylor

November 10, 2025

The Croome Chinese Bridge is a replica of an 18th-century bridge at Croome Court in Worcestershire, England, which was rebuilt in 2015. The original bridge, designed by William Halfpenny around 1740-1749 for the 6th Earl of Coventry, fell into decay by the late 19th century. The replica was constructed using original plans, excavated remains of the stone foundations, and fragments found during a river dredging.

Original bridge: Constructed in the 1740s to a design by architect William Halfpenny for the 6th Earl of Coventry.

Location: It crosses a small lake or canal in the parkland of Croome Court.

Decline: The original bridge rotted away and was lost by the late 19th century.
Discovery: Fragments of the original bridge were found in the river during dredging in 2013.

Reconstruction: The National Trust rebuilt the bridge in 2015, using the original plans and the newly discovered fragments to ensure accuracy.

Modern bridge: The new bridge is an authentic replica built on the historical foundations. It connects the house to the parkland and is a prominent feature of the landscape, despite being positioned slightly differently due to the roots of a large plane tree.

source: internet

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Location: Croome D'Abitot, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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