Historic bridges · North West England
Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal
Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-north-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1312165). 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 SD 58 SW BEETHAM FARLETON 4/42 Thompson's Bridge over Kendal/Lancaster Canal II Canal bridge. c.1816. Probably by John Fletcher, engineer, from the original designs of John Rennie whose route for the canal was authorised in 1792. Squared, coursed limestone with limestone string and copings and rounded fender course. Single elliptical arch with rusticated voussoirs and keystone. Shallow arched parapets with pilasters to each end and steps up to roadway at North-West corner. Approx. 3.5m between parapets. Listing NGR: SD5373781297 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 76589 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Thompson's Bridge is a Grade II listed bridge located over the Kendal/Lancaster Canal in Beetham, North-West England. This structure is notable for its historical significance within the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2253, -2.7111
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Beetham
- Postcode
- LA6 1PD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Morecambe and Lunesdale
Sources
- wikidata: Q26598656 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal?
- Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA6 1PD), in the parish of Beetham.
- Is Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal a listed building?
- Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal free to visit?
- Yes, Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal is free to enter.
- How do I get to Thompson's Bridge Over Kendal/Lancaster Canal?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LA6 1PD. It sits within the Morecambe and Lunesdale parliamentary constituency.