Postbridge Clapper Bridge
Postbridge Clapper Bridge, Medieval stone bridge in Dartmoor Forest, England
The Postbridge Clapper Bridge spans 12.95 meters across the East Dart River with three granite slabs supported by two central stone piers.
The bridge dates from the 13th century and facilitated the transportation of tin from Dartmoor mines to nearby processing centers and trading towns.
The name clapper originates from the Anglo-Saxon word cleaca, referring to the method of bridging stepping stones with large flat granite pieces.
The structure remains accessible throughout the year and stands next to a modern road bridge constructed in the 1780s for vehicular traffic.
Each granite slab used in the construction measures over four meters in length and weighs more than eight tonnes, demonstrating medieval engineering methods.
Location: Dartmoor Forest
Length: 12.95 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 50.59410,-3.91110
Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:54
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