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Skipton on Swale Bridge

Description and History of Site:-
By John Carr 1781with Six segmental arches with voussoirs

Round arches of differing arcs. Three arches over water of unequal curve. Three dry arches on west side two on east side. Largest and flattest arch in centre. Nice even flush voussoirs. Very simple. Semi-circular cutwaters that rise to form pedestrian retreats. Very slightly projecting string of square section above arches with flush parapet resting on it. Another slight projection of square section as cornices.

Appears to have two listing entries


Further Reading and References:-
YAS - 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 :- multi arch stone road bridge

Viewing the Site :- Can be viewed from the public highway

Address :- A61, Skipton on Swale, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4SE
Grid Ref :- SE 36381 79794
Co-ordinates :- Lat 54.212597 , Long -1.443651
Local Authority :- Hambleton District Council
Pre 1974 County :- Yorkshire - North Riding
Site Status :- Listed - Grade II
Historic England List No - 1150824, 1315548,
Site Condition :- Operational site, in use for original purpose
Site Dates :- 1781 - current
Record Date :- 5 June 2015

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