The Bridge crossing viewed from South Benfleet

Post Cards of the Benfleet Creek Crossing

By David Bullock

On 21st May 1930 work began on a Bridge to replace the ferry from South Benfleet to Canvey Island. A year later on 21st May 1931 the bridge was opened by Col Colvin, the bridge taking on his name.

These Post Cards view the Bridge from South Benfleet looking over the creek to Canvey Island.

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