Penwortham Bridge

Penwortham Bridge crosses the River Ribble with five unequal segmental arches built from red sandstone and fitted with a cobbled surface. The structure connects both riverbanks and serves as a crossing for pedestrians and cyclists today.

The bridge was constructed in 1759 following the collapse of an earlier structure in 1756. It remained the lowest crossing point over this river until the early twentieth century arrived.

The bridge received its Grade II listed status in two phases, with the southern portion designated in 1962 and the northern section in 1979.

Access is available on foot or by bicycle, though the cobbled surface can be slippery during wet conditions. An alternative route on the northern side offers additional flexibility for crossing.

The arches vary in size and progressively increase in height toward the center, showing a characteristic engineering approach of the eighteenth century. This design pattern reflected the construction methods of that era.

Location: Preston

GPS coordinates: 53.74880,-2.71403

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42