Arch Bridge 46 On The Leeds Liverpool Canal - Gathurst, UK - Stone Bridges on Waymarking.com

The canal is 127.25 miles long and flows from the inland woollen town of Leeds to the coastal sea port of Liverpool, crossing the Pennines along the way. Work on the canal started in 1770 and built in a number of sections and was finally completed in 1816.

The bridge is also known as Gathurst Bridge and is a Grade II Listed building with the following description. "Bridge over Leeds and Liverpool Canal. 1780s. Stone. Elliptical arch with cambered band and parapet over; end piers."

Like many of the bridges on this canal the arch stones are painted white to help boat owners judge their approach through the bridge. In this case the paint is very faded.

When the canal first opened the canal boats were towed by horses. This bridge is on a slight bend in the canal and the tow ropes wore grooves into the arch of the bridge.

Physical Location (city, county, etc.): Gathurst, Lancashire Road, Highway, Street, etc.: Gathurst Lane Water or other terrain spanned: The Leeds Liverpool Canal Architect/Builder: Not listed Construction Date: Not listed

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