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Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber

South Otterington Bridge

Free admission

South Otterington Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.

South Otterington Bridge, historic bridges in Yorkshire & the Humber

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Northallerton · 5.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

South Otterington Bridge is a named historic bridge in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 54.2821°, -1.4331°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Otterington Bridge is a historic structure connecting South Otterington and Newby Wiske, villages in North Yorkshire, in England. The bridge, across the River Wiske, was constructed to carry the main road from Northallerton to Boroughbridge. It was designed by John Carr and was completed in 1776. The construction cost £680. The bridge was grade II listed in 1987. The bridge is built of stone and consists of five segmental arches, the middle arch larger, with voussoirs and hood moulds.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

Otterington Bridge is a historic structure connecting South Otterington and Newby Wiske, villages in North Yorkshire, in England. The bridge, across the River Wiske, was constructed to carry the main road from Northallerton to Boroughbridge. It was designed by John Carr and was completed in 1776. The construction cost £680. The bridge was grade II listed in 1987. The bridge is built of stone and consists of five segmental arches, the middle arch larger, with voussoirs and hood moulds. By the ends of the bridge are pilaster buttresses, and the parapet is coped.

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Coordinates
54.2821, -1.4331
Parish
South Otterington
Postcode
DL7 9HD
Parliamentary constituency
Richmond and Northallerton
Nearest railway station
Northallerton5.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Otterington Bridge?
South Otterington Bridge is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DL7 9HD), in the parish of South Otterington.
Is South Otterington Bridge a listed building?
South Otterington Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is South Otterington Bridge free to visit?
Yes, South Otterington Bridge is free to enter.
How do I get to South Otterington Bridge?
The nearest railway station is Northallerton, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DL7 9HD.