Withypool Bridge
Bridge in United Kingdom
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The Withypool Bridge is an arch bridge that carries a small road over the River Barle at Withypool in Somerset, England. It is a Grade II* listed building.[1]
Withypool Bridge | |
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| Coordinates | 51.1067°N 3.651°W |
| Carries | Unclassified road |
| Crosses | River Barle |
| Heritage status | Grade II* listed building |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Arch bridge |
| Material | Stone |
| No. of spans | Six |
| Piers in water | Five |
| History | |
| Construction end | 19th century |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Withypool Bridge | |
The red sandstone bridge was built in the 19th century.[1] It replaced an earlier bridge 100 metres (330 ft) upstream of the current site and is therefore shown on some maps as "New Bridge".[2][3]
The bridge was restored in 1866 and again in 1983.[1]
