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Royal Albert Bridge

I.K.Brunel's Royal Albert Bridge designed by IKB and opened by Prince Albert in May 2nd 1859. The 2,200ft long Saltash Bridge still carries mainline trains over the Tamar. His choice of corrosion-resistant wrought iron and his skill proving his genius. It tool six years to build and cost £225,000.