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Whalley Bridge is a stone arch bridge that crosses the River Calder near the village of Whalley in Lancashire. The bridge dates from the medieval period, though the exact date of construction remains uncertain; it has been substantially rebuilt and repaired over the centuries, with significant restoration work undertaken in the nineteenth century. The structure comprises a single arch of rubble stone construction and represents an important example of medieval river crossing infrastructure in the region. The bridge served as a vital communication link across the Calder valley and continues to carry a public right of way.
Whalley Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005107. View the official record →
Whalley Bridge is a stone arch bridge that crosses the River Calder near the village of Whalley in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005107.
Whalley Bridge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1005107.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Whalley Cistercian abbey (0.3 km), Three high crosses in St Mary's churchyard (0.3 km), Portfield hillfort (1.3 km).
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