Historic bridges · North West England
Ward's House Bridge (Number 23)
In or near Hutton.
Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) — 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
- Nearest railway station
- Salwick · 1.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is located in Fylde, Lancashire, with the postcode PR4 0ZJ. The nearest railway station is Salwick, which is 1.5 km away. Entry to the bridge is free.
About
Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-north-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1072029). 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 NEWTON WITH CLIFTON SD 43 SE SD 476 318 Ward's House Bridge (No.23) 10/45 - GV II Accommodation bridge over Lancaster Canal, c.1797, Engineer John Rennie. Large rock-faced sandstone blocks. Elliptical arch with triple keystones, bands, humped deck and parapets with rounded coping, pilastered ends. Masonry on outer face of south east corner has crudely inscribed initials in lettering probably contemporary with the building of the bridge "I ( ) W" and "IK PA". Forms group with Bridge No.22, Lea Lane at SD 478 316 (q.v.). Listing NGR: SD4769931817 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 183615 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is a Grade II listed bridge located in North-West England. This structure is notable for its historical significance and architectural merit, contributing to the region's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7800, -2.7952
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Fylde
- Parish
- Newton-with-Clifton
- Postcode
- PR4 0ZJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Fylde
- Nearest railway station
- Salwick — 1.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26327428 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ward's House Bridge (Number 23)?
- Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR4 0ZJ), in the parish of Newton-with-Clifton.
- What is Ward's House Bridge (Number 23)?
- Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ward's House Bridge (Number 23)?
- The nearest railway station is Salwick, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR4 0ZJ.
- Is Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) a listed building?
- Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) free to visit?
- Yes, Ward's House Bridge (Number 23) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ward's House Bridge (Number 23)?
- The nearest railway station is Salwick, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR4 0ZJ.