A50, Entrance to the Meir Tunnel
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A50, Entrance to the Meir Tunnel
Image: © David Dixon Taken: 8 Aug 2014
Meir Tunnel, which is 284 metres long, forms part of the upgrading of the A50, through a heavily trafficked urban area of Stoke-on-Trent. The tunnel is self-ventilating; varying levels of lighting are provided. Above the entrance to the tunnel is the Stoke-on-Trent Coat of Arms and a Stafford Knot inside which are the hands of a potter an on the left and the fire of industry on the right. The tools of the potter are depicted on each side of the knot.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.977195
Longitude
-2.101824