Bridge over the River Allen, Stanbridge, Horton, Dorset. UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member dave-harris
N 50° 52.762 W 001° 58.912
30U E 571626 N 5636903
An arched bridge over the River Allen, near Horton, Dorset
Waymark Code: WMC6C0
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/31/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member GEO*Trailblazer 1
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This bridge with its four arches dates from 1666 when it was re-built. This bridge is grade 2 listed by the English Heritage.

Built from Squared rubble and ashlar with stone parapet walls.
Height of bridge: 15m

What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Motor Vehicles

What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
This bridge crosses the River Allen


Date constructed: 1666

Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes

Name of road or trail the bridge services: Un-namd countrylane off the B3078 near Horton

Location:
Near the Horton Inn, Horton, Dorset, UK


Length of bridge: Not listed

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