Description and History of Site:-
Single segmental arch masonry packhorse bridge 1.5m wide over Thorsgill Beck alongside the modern bridge which carries the Abbey Lane road. Probably built in the 17C. - Visited by Hatcher on the 25th July 1975 when it was noted that: Single arch - The adjacent bridge that carries the minor road is also listed Grade II, Site number 111686.

Further Reading and References:-
Jervoise, E. The ancient bridges of the north of England. Architectural Press, 1931; reprinted by E. P. Publishing, 1973.
Hinchcliffe, E. A guide to the packhorse bridges of England. Cicerone, 1994.
YAHS - Hatcher Card Index. Research funded by the Yorkshire Arts Association 1972.
Hatcher, J. The industrial architecture of Yorkshire. Phillimore, 1985.

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Key Words :- packhorse bridge river

Viewing the Site :- From adjacent minor road

Address :- Startford / Egglestone, Barnard Castle, Durham, DL12 9TN
Grid Ref :- NZ 06230 15220
Co-ordinates :- Lat 54.532219 , Long -1.905240
Local Authority :- Durham County Council
Pre 1974 County :- Yorkshire - North Riding
Site Status :- Listed - Grade II
Historic England List No - 1310503,
Site Condition :- Operational site, in use for original purpose
Site Dates :- C17 -
Record Date :- 19 January 2016

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