Severn Collection (page 7)

Suspension bridge construction at sunset. This is the Second Severn Crossing, which opened in 1996 to carry the M4 motorway from England to Wales

South-East England, satellite image. North is at top. This view is about 280 kilometres across, stretching from Bristol (grey area, centre left) to the eastern coast of Kent (far right)

True-colour satellite image of Severn estuary, UK
Severn estuary. True-colour satellite image of the estuary of the River Severn, bordered by southwest England (at right) and southeast Wales (at left). North is at top

Southern United Kingdom (UK). Satellite image of the southern part of the UK. North is at top. This view is about 560 kilometres across

Royal Worcester porcelain, 19th century
Royal Worcester porcelain factory, 19th-century artwork. This factory, originally the Chamberlain factory in the 1780s, became in 1840 part of the company that was named Royal Worcester from 1862

First Severn Bridge, South East Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Second Severn Crossing Bridge, South East Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Bangor - looking down the Menai Straits, past the Menai Suspension Bridge, or Pont Grog y Borth, designed by Thomas Telford and opened in 1826

River Severn, UK
View on the Severn, Englands longest river : the artist doesn t tell us at what point he stood his easel, but my guess would be somewhere in Herefordshire or Shropshire

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Second Severn Crossing, Wales and England, UK

Georgian market town of Bewdley alongside the River Severn, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swans on the River Severn and cathedral, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

South Quay, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Steam River Launch, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Restored warehouses and the River Severn, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Port, River Severn, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Stile and marker arrow on footpath along the River Severn, in December, near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England, UK, Europe

Chepstow / Wye / Severn 1909
Chepstow, with Wye and Severn rivers

Severn Tunnel Flooded
When water breaks through into the workings of the Severn Tunnel, diver Lambert penetrates the heading to close a door isolating the affected section

Difficulties of Travel
The difficulties of travel in the Middle Ages : Buckingham, on his way to fight Richard III, finds the river Severn impassible - and of course at this time bridges are few

England / Shrewsbury / 1845
Shrewsbury, from the Severn

Gossip about Fairies 37
Sabrina, a water-nymph who lives in the river Severn, plays a prominent part in Miltons Comus : she is attended by Nereids who share her love of water sports

View of Gloucester C18Th
A perspective view of the city looking down & across the surrounding countryside. The cathedral, local sailing boats, the river Severn & turnpike road are all depicted

Iron bridge at Coalbrookdale, Shropshire
The iron bridge over the River Severn at Coalbrookdale in Shropshire. This was the first iron bridge of its kind in the world, and gave the location the name Ironbridge Gorge

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"Journey along the Severn: A Tapestry of History, Nature, and Art" Discover the enchanting beauty of Severn, a river that weaves through time and landscapes. From the medieval Mappa Mundi to the picturesque city of Worcester in Worcestershire, England, this captivating waterway has witnessed centuries unfold. As you stroll along its banks, admire St. Leonard's church standing proudly in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. The town's reflection dances on the gentle ripples of the River Severn, creating a mesmerizing sight. Crossing over to Shrewsbury via English Bridge takes you into another realm altogether. This historic bridge connects past and present as it spans across the flowing waters beneath it. Imagine walking in the footsteps of John Keats himself as he found inspiration from this very view. Speaking of Joseph Severn - an artist who immortalized Keats with his brushstrokes - let us not forget his remarkable portrait capturing both talent and friendship. His oil painting serves as a reminder that art can transcend time and connect souls throughout history. Delve deeper into local lore by meeting Eustace Rogers – Ironbridge's last coracle man – whose stories echo through generations. Witnessing him navigate these ancient boats on the River Severn is like stepping back in time to witness a disappearing tradition firsthand. Ironbridge itself stands tall as an architectural marvel spanning this mighty river. Its elegant arches tell tales of industrial revolution prowess while harmoniously blending with nature's grandeur surrounding it. The allure doesn't end there; venture further downstream to Newtown in Wales for breathtaking views where boyhood dreams are born alongside bicycles near serene stretches of the River Severn. And finally, pay homage to knowledge at Shrewsbury School overlooking this majestic waterway—a place where young minds have flourished for centuries amidst such inspiring surroundings. Let your imagination flow freely like water within The Severn Tunnel, a testament to human ingenuity and engineering brilliance.