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Summary

Crawley Bridge built in the early 19th century after the earlier bridge was washed away in 1814

Location

Protected Status

• Listed Building (II) 1098183: CRAWLEY BRIDGE

Other References/Statuses

• Old DCC SMR Ref: ST20NE/49
• Old Listed Building Ref (II)

Monument Type(s) and Dates

• BRIDGE (XIX - 1801 AD to 1900 AD (Between))

Full description

Ordnance Survey, 1880-1899, First Edition Ordnance 25 inch map (Cartographic). SDV336179.

'Crawley Bridge' shown on 19th century map on the boundary between Yarcombe & Membury parishes with a 'Ford' to the north.

Department of Environment, 1988, Yarcombe, 125 (List of Blds of Arch or Historic Interest). SDV96900.

Crawley Bridge. Road bridge over the River Yarty. Early 19th century. Coursed grey limestone ashlar. Single span bridge with a segmental, almost round-headed arch. It has ashlar voussoirs and a projecting keystone. It is flanked by large circular openings, presumably overflow channels. Above is a plain projecting dripcourse which follows the road and ramps slightly to the centre. Either end are projecting terminal piers. The original parapet has been removed and replaced by mid 20th century tubular steel railings.

Carter, R. W., 1999, Appendix B - Chardstock Parish checklist (Worksheet). SDV111546.

The 1814 bridge was washed away and replaced by modern structure. Other details: Chardstock Parish File.

Sources / Further Reading

Associated Monuments: none recorded

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events: none recorded

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