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By FifiDZure

“Very Picturesque”

Feb 2023

Beautiful spot to take a break, relax, admire the very picturesque bridge and take in the history!

“The oldest stone bridge in Australia and still in use today.”

May 2021

Well worth a visit to the quaint town of Richmond and the historic monuments of an era long past, Tip.

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Czegs' Cafe

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Ashmore on Bridge Street

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Richmond Bakery and Cafe

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Wattlebanks

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28 within 10 kms

Richmond Gaol

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Old Hobart Town Model Village

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Richmond Village Farmers and Makers Market

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97 mFlea & Street Markets • Farmers Markets

Tasmanian Craft Cellars

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Richmond Park Boat House

11

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Warwick Oakman Antiques

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Pooseum

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0.3 kmScience Museums

St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church

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Aussie_2012
Melbourne, Australia962 contributions
Stunningly beautiful bridge in the heart of Richmond
Stunningly beautiful bridge in the heart of Richmond. Best to park on the eastern side of the road near the bridge in which you can easily walk to the St Johns Church just down the road. The bridge itself is regarded as one of the finest of its kind and is hugely popular. You can get to all sides of the bridge for great photos.
Visited January 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written January 7, 2024
Janette S
63 contributions
A dark piece of history presented in pleasant modern surrounds
Only a 30minute drive from Hobart. Lovely,relaxing village, with plenty to choose from in regard to food options. Walk down to the bridge found us amongst a lovely lawned area spreading down to the river, with ducks abounding. The bridge and surrounds are a perfect photo opportunity. Shops in Main Street are certainly worth spending some time browsing through.
Visited April 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written April 22, 2024
Mumma&Co
Timaru, New Zealand7,023 contributions
Quick stop
It is a pretty gorgeous bridge, took us longer to find a nearby park than to view it. Fun feeding all the ducks & birds around. Looks like there is walks around it.
Visited May 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written May 1, 2024

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chrishayward

Wahroonga, Australia1,970 contributions

Stunning

Feb 2020 • Couples

Wonderful area to sit on the grass or just wonder about. The bridge is just a work of art well looked after, lovely to see so many water birds inhabiting it. Very serene lots of parking.

Written February 14, 2020

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Raymond

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photogenic viewpoint

Feb 2020

Everyone who visits Richmond takes a picture of this bridge from the Catholic Church side. I recommend taking the pedestrian walk from the other side of the bridge (the gaol side) and take a picture of the bridge with the church peering from between one of the bridge arches. This also allows one to get a picture of the plaque with the date on it. Also you can admire the waterfowl as we'll.

Written March 12, 2020

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Schlepper1939

Brisbane Region, Australia867 contributions

A piece of Tasmanian history

Mar 2021 • Couples

A must see if you are in Richmond, Tasmania. This heritage listed arch bridge is the oldest stone span bridge in Australia and is still in use. Nice parkland around it, which means there is no shortage of photo opportunities. Buy some lunch and have a picnic next to the river while you admire the work of the convicts who built this impressive structure.

Written March 9, 2021

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DAROHATH

Cairns, Australia1,280 contributions

Beautiful historic bridge

Jan 2022 • Couples

Lovely photo opportunity and must visit whilst in Richmond. We easily spent the day in Richmond, some interesting historic sites, like the bridge and the gaol to visit. Some quaint shops with beautiful pieces, our favorite was the woodwork shop. The bakery for lunch was delicious and some wineries in the afternoon made for a perfect Sunday.

Written January 28, 2022

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dennisp859

Geraldton, Australia794 contributions

Part of Tasmanian History

Mar 2020

This bridge built by convicts is the oldest Bridge in Tasmania and I believe in Australia.
lovely surrounds and a picturesque setting it gives you a feeling of calmness.
just outside the old town of Richmond where you could spend hours stolling around the shops.
Would have liked to spend more time but we were on a limit.
If visiting Tassie dont go past Richmond.

Written April 29, 2020

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pakabay

Adelaide, Australia2,510 contributions

Amazing piece of Australian history.

Sept 2022 • Couples

I remember seeing photos of the Richmond bridge as a young kid, it used to be featured on calendars, biscuit tins etc, in the 60’s.

To finally see it was amazing, and in fact, it looked more beautiful than I had expected. Like so much of Tasmania’s built history, it features sandstone and the colour set against the lush green surrounds was stunning.

Being built when it was, with the limited tools & resources, you truly have to admire both the design and the build execution. Perfect.

Written September 7, 2022

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Dan L

Bunbury, Australia8,540 contributions

Convict Craftsmanship

Mar 2022

The bridge is the oldest existing stone arch bridge in Australia, built by convicts from Richmond Gaol between 1823 - 1825. The Triassic Sandstone was quarried from Butchers Hill. It is supported by six arches, four of which are in the river bed. There are various inscriptions in the stonework, one records the date the first stone was laid. Apparently the craftsmanship was so good that the bridge has survived with minimal maintenance. Nice lawned area adjacent.

Written May 3, 2022

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David M

Geelong, Australia256 contributions

Beautiful Bridge in old Tasmania

Mar 2020 • Friends

The oldest most picturesque bridge in Australia will leave you impressed. Strolling along the Coal River, the bridge comes into view majestically straddling the tranquil waters. Plenty of photo opportunities if you wait for the cars to pass. The limestone blocks and incredible architecture is a beautiful flashback to simpler times.

Written April 1, 2020

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Liisa and Dave B

Adelaide, Australia4,154 contributions

Built in 1823

Aug 2021 • Couples

Yes this beautiful old bridge in Richmond was worth a stop! The oldest bridge in Australia 🇦🇺 We loved the structure and detail. So nice watching the ducks & black swans- they look very much at home! Was nice to walk under the bridge and see it from both sides. I thought it would have been quiet there as far as traffic goes but there was a constant flow of cars crossing the bridge.

Written August 28, 2021

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Peter D

Hervey Bay, Australia1,542 contributions

Great old Bridge

Jan 2020 • Couples

We stayed in Richmond for a couple of days, and of course had to have a look at the bridge. This was built in 1823 and looks like it is in very good condition. Attracts a lot of tourists, as it was busy every time we went past the bridge. A nice grassy area to take photos from, or just sit and relax and enjoy the view. Plenty of history and historic buildings to see in Richmond.

Written January 6, 2020

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