Historic bridges · Scottish Highlands
Clapper Bridge, Aultbea
Clapper Bridge, Aultbea — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Clapper Bridge, Aultbea is a category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB7907). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category C Date Added 31/08/1983 Local Authority Highland Planning Authority Highland Parish Gairloch NGR NG 87376 88984 Coordinates 187376, 888984 — Late 18th-early 19th century, 7 arch clapper bridge. Rubble, rubble parapet, renewed with metal guard rail on west side. — Clapper bridges with arches constructed of one or more stone slabs found on north west coast. To be by-passed 1983.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Arctic Convoy Museum in Aultbea focuses on the significant operations of the Allied forces during World War II, particularly the Arctic convoys. Visitors can explore exhibits that honor the bravery of those who navigated treacherous waters under threat.
Place summary
Clapper Bridge is a category C listed building located in Aultbea, in the Scottish Highlands. This traditional stone bridge is characterised by its flat stones supported by stone piers, reflecting the region's historical architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 57.8397, -5.5837
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV22 2HX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 10am–4pm; closed Sunday, November to March
- Official site
- racmp.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q56616931 (CC0)
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Mellon Charles
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Mellon Charles
Villages · 3.4 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Clapper Bridge, Aultbea?
- Clapper Bridge, Aultbea is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV22 2HX).
- What is Clapper Bridge, Aultbea?
- Clapper Bridge, Aultbea — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Clapper Bridge, Aultbea?
- Drivers can use postcode IV22 2HX.
- Is Clapper Bridge, Aultbea a listed building?
- Clapper Bridge, Aultbea is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is Clapper Bridge, Aultbea free to visit?
- Yes, Clapper Bridge, Aultbea is free to enter.
- How do I get to Clapper Bridge, Aultbea?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV22 2HX. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.