Historic bridges · South West England
Pinford Bridge
In or near Oborne.
Pinford Bridge — Grade II* listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Sherborne · 2.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Pinford Bridge, the nearest railway station is Sherborne, located 2.3 km away. Entry to the bridge is free.
About
Pinford Bridge is a Grade II* listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1323885). 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 CASTLETON SHERBORNE PARK ST 61 NE 6/37 Pinford Bridge 31.7.61 - II* Bridge over lake. Late C18, "said to have been built to the design of Robert Mylne in 1790". Ashlar stonework, in 3 segmental spans divided by broad projecting piers. The segmental arches have moulded archivolts. There is a balustraded parapet, divided by pedestals between the arches, and over the crowns of the arches. C18 Designs for proposed bridges in the park, Digby Estate Office. (RCHM Dorset I, p.69(5) Plate 113.) Listing NGR: ST6620216968 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 105577 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Pinford Bridge is a Grade II* listed bridge located in South-East England. It is notable for its architectural significance and historical value.
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- Coordinates
- 50.9511, -2.4825
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Castleton
- Postcode
- DT9 5AB
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Sherborne — 2.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17553896 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pinford Bridge?
- Pinford Bridge is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DT9 5AB), in the parish of Castleton.
- What is Pinford Bridge?
- Pinford Bridge — Grade II* listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Pinford Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Sherborne, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT9 5AB.
- Is Pinford Bridge a listed building?
- Pinford Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
- Is Pinford Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Pinford Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pinford Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Sherborne, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT9 5AB.