The Dean Bridge 1832 Plaque stands as a silent sentinel on the edge of the gorge, marking the bicentenary of Thomas Telford’s birth. This plaque, a solid metal rectangle fixed to the stone wall, commemorates the man who not only designed the bridge but also, as the first president of the Institution of Civil Engineers, shaped the landscape of modern engineering. Standing here, you can almost feel the weight of history, the echoes of the past reverberating through the stone. Gaze upon the bridge, a testament to Telford’s ingenuity, that gracefully spans the dramatic Water of Leith. Imagine the construction, the tireless work of skilled craftsmen, the challenges overcome in forging this iconic structure. The Dean Bridge, a masterpiece of design, was built during the 19th century, a period of immense growth in Edinburgh. It was a monument to ambition, connecting the bustling New Town to the burgeoning area northwest of the city. Today, the bridge still thrives, carrying countless vehicles and pedestrians across the gorge, a reminder of the enduring legacy of Thomas Telford.
Lt Allan Ker Stone
This Lt Allan Ker Stone stands as a testament. It honors a man who faced death. He faced it with