Beginning construction in 1957, the Clyde Tunnel cost £10.5m – the equivalent of £180m in 2023 – and six years to build. First learner driver in the Clyde Tunnel, 1963 (Image: Newsquest)Now, for the first time, the public can see the story of the Clyde Tunnel captured by the photographs which have been collated by the Scottish Roads Archive. He said: “Sixty years on, the Clyde Tunnel remains a stunning feat of engineering. “The tunnel has now been an integral part of Glasgow’s road system for decades and is still unique within the national network. Control room (Image: Scottish Roads Archive)The tunnel has become a recognisable and much-loved feature of our city, serving daily commuters, tourists, and anyone passing through.

Source: The Times July 03, 2023 11:06 UTC