Local Government
Sandstone
Region
Midwest
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Location
Sandstone
Location Details
Other Name(s)
The Devil's Arch
Construction Date
Constructed from 1900
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 25 Jun 1997 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
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Statement of Significance
London Bridge has some social and historic significance as both a local natural attraction yid place for socialising.
Physical Description
'London Bridge' is a formation large enough for vehicles to pass underneath. It is part of a larger formation about 800 metres long, vary ing in height from around three to ten metres. It is formed of weathered basalt and the rock is believed to be about 350 million years old.
History
Many wild drinking parties were held here after the establishment of the local brewery nearby and consequently the bridge was also commonly known as 'the Devil's Arch'. It was also a popular picnic spot for locals.
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Sandstone Heritage Trail brochure". |
Place Type
Geological monument
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other |
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | STONE | Other Stone |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Sport, recreation & entertainment |
Creation Date
17 Jul 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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