Survey Data
Reg No
30411404
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1800 - 1840
Coordinates
152369, 211065
Date Recorded
19/10/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Single-arch bridge, built c.1820, carrying road over river. Rubble limestone walls, some render remaining. Segmental arch having tooled limestone voussoirs. Rubble limestone parapet walls with some render remaining. Soffit has been gunnelled. Round-plan pier to south-east end of north-east elevation, with cut-stone plinth.
Appraisal
Serving an important practical function, this bridge is also aesthetically appealing, its segmental arch of cut-stone voussoirs providing an interesting contrast to the roughly dressed stone spandrel walling. The arch has quite a wide span and is testament to the engineering skill and craftsmanship of the mid-nineteenth century. It gives access to the now ruined country house at Castleboy.