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Richmond Bridge, Richmond

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The country's oldest bridge still in use, Richmond Bridge remains a testament to Tasmania's forced migration heritage. The sandstone arched structure was built by convicts between 1823 and 1825. An unsolved murder marked the early bridge's history, when a notorious prison guard fell asleep drunk on the bridge and was pushed off its edge by presumably one or more of the prisoners. Pack some snacks for a picnic on the grassy riverbank underneath this national heritage site. Use our Richmond online trip builder to visit Richmond Bridge on your trip to Richmond, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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  • A beautifully constructed example of early nineteenth century construction, built by convicts. Now 200 years old and still fit for purpose. 
    A beautifully constructed example of early nineteenth century construction, built by convicts. Now 200 years old and still fit for purpose.  more »
  • It was a joy to see Richmond bridge. Given it was constructed in the 1820’s it looked amazing, glowing in the afternoon sun. Nice grassed area to sit and admire it. Also noted they were improving... 
    It was a joy to see Richmond bridge. Given it was constructed in the 1820’s it looked amazing, glowing in the afternoon sun. Nice grassed area to sit and admire it. Also noted they were improving...  more »
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  • It was pretty awesome seeing Australia's oldest surviving large stone arch bridge built by convicts still operating today. Recommend checking it out if you're in Richmond. Was able to get free parking nearby which was a bonus.
  • Richmond bridge, built using convict labour in 1823, is the oldest bridge in Australia still in use. When you get close to the bridge, you can the marks on the stones as the blocks were shaped by convicts. The park nearby provides a picturesque view of the bridge. It’s well worth a visit and closer look.

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