Clapper Bridge near Callington in Cornwall
N 50° 27.839 W 004° 19.414
30U E 406061 N 5591057
Clapper Bridge is on the old turnpike road from Callington to Tideford. It is 3 miles from Callington. A few years ago the road on the bridge was narrowed to stop over weight vehicles crossing and damaging this old bridge.
Waymark Code: WM67D1
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 04/17/2009
Views: 1
Clapper Bridge has three arches and a roadway about 9 feet wide. This has since been narrowed to prevent over weight vehicles cross the bridge.The original clapperstones, after which the bridge gets its name, were replaced when the bridge was rebuilt in the early part of the 16th century. There is an interesting old cast iron sign warning people not to use heavy vehicles on the bridge. This pretty little bridge is set in a very quiet location and only used by local traffic. If you visit stop a bit and enjoy the peace and quiet.
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Local light traffic
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
River Lynher
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Unclassified road from Callington to Blunts
Location:
3 miles south of Callington in Cornwall
Length of bridge: Not listed
Height of bridge: Not listed
Date constructed: Not listed
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