Packhorse Bridge at Higherford

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270516

Reference identifier

ENE20121227034

Title

Packhorse Bridge at Higherford

Place

Barrowford

General notes

Known locally as the 'Roman Bridge' or 'Th'owd Brig', the bridge actually dates from the early 17th century. The span of 36 feet crosses Pendle Water and was an important link in the packhorse trackways of the area. Originally there was no parapet, this was added in c1815. In 1984 during improvements by the local authority, steps, cobbles and a handrail were added.

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