Footbridge, River North Esk, Melville Castle

The footbridge, dating from the earlier 19th century, crosses the River North Esk as part of the South Drive leading to Melville Castle. It is constructed of cast iron, featuring curved cast-iron approaches. The bridge’s single segmental arch is flanked by plain cast-iron railing parapets topped with urn finials. A gate is present on the north-western bank, and the bridge has a timber decking, all painted green. The bridge appears on the first edition Ordnance Survey map of 1854. It forms a group with Melville Castle, Chestnut House, East Lodge, Esk Cottage, Garden Cottage, Garden Farmhouse, Walled Garden and Lodge, South Lodge, Walled Garden Steading, and Willie's Temple.