Shaldon Bridge, Approaches And Plaque (That Part In Shaldon Cp) Shaldon Bridge, Approaches And Plaque (That Part In Teignmouth Cp)

Shaldon Bridge, along with its approaches and a plaque, was constructed between 1825 and 1827 by Roger Hopkins from Plymouth. The bridge is made of Plymouth stone ashlar and features coped parapets that widen at the south end, ending in tapered piers with clasping pilasters, key-pattern friezes, and tall caps adorned with carved anthemions on each side. Similar piers are found at the lower part of the north end. The road and parapet rise uphill, and on the west side, there is a plaque that reads: "This bridge was projected and designed by and executed under the direction of Roger Hopkins civil engineer and mineral surveyor and member of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Opened 8th June 1827." At the base of the bridge is a semicircular railway arch.

Historically, the original central 34 arches were made of timber and iron, spanning 509 meters in length. In 1930, these timber spans were replaced with 23 fixed concrete and steel spans of varying widths, including concrete decks on steel girders and a central drawbridge. At the time it was built, this toll bridge was the longest in England and cost £20,000.