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Fordton Bridge

Free admission

Fordton Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Old Bridge Marker south of Fordton Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7991693

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Typical visit
15 min–30 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Fordton Bridge is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1242848). 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

Details The asset was previously listed twice also under the parish of Crediton at List entry 1197121. This entry was removed from the List on 31 January 2022. This entry was subject to a Minor Amendment on 31 January 2022 to reformat the text to modern standards. SX 89 NW 7/103 CREDITON HAMLETS FORDTON Fordton Bridge GV II Road bridge over River Yeo. Probably C18 possibly earlier, widened on east side in C20. Volcanic ashlar to arches and cutwaters, otherwise volcanic rubble and some C20 concrete. Four-span bridge of segmental arches with chamfered double arch rings. Cutwaters between are carried up to parapet providing refuges. Road and parapet rise to centre. Coping is steeply weathered on both sides. Bridge widened on east side in C20 with flat concrete lintels and buttresses although parapet rebuilt similarly to original. An earlier Fordton bridge was recorded as being in decay in 1668. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 443813 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Fordton Bridge is a Grade II listed bridge located in South-West England. It is recognised for its historical significance and architectural merit.

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Coordinates
50.7791, -3.6468
County
Devon
District
Mid Devon
Parish
Crediton Hamlets
Postcode
EX17 3PS
Parliamentary constituency
Central Devon

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fordton Bridge?
Fordton Bridge is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX17 3PS), in the parish of Crediton Hamlets.
Is Fordton Bridge a listed building?
Fordton Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Fordton Bridge free to visit?
Yes, Fordton Bridge is free to enter.
How do I get to Fordton Bridge?
Drivers can navigate to postcode EX17 3PS. It sits within the Central Devon parliamentary constituency.