Historic bridges · Scottish Lowlands
Sillyhole Bridge
In or near Bellsbank.
Sillyhole Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Sillyhole Bridge is a named historic bridge in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 55.3282°, -4.4052°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Heritage listing
Sillyhole Bridge is a low flat single arch bridge characterized by its high stone parapet. It holds historical significance as a structure of special architectural interest, reflecting the engineering practices of its time.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Sillyhole Bridge is a bridge located in the Scottish Lowlands, postcode KA6. It is notable for its distinctive design and historical significance within the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3282, -4.4052
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA6 7FD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Sources
- osm: w637962883 (ODbL)
- commons: Sillyhole Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 5007342.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sillyhole Bridge?
- Sillyhole Bridge is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA6 7FD).
- What is Sillyhole Bridge?
- Sillyhole Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Sillyhole Bridge?
- Drivers can use postcode KA6 7FD.
- Is Sillyhole Bridge a listed building?
- Sillyhole Bridge is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is Sillyhole Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Sillyhole Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Sillyhole Bridge?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA6 7FD. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.