Linton Bridge, Stone bridge in Collingham, England
Description
Linton Bridge is a stone crossing over the River Wharfe near Collingham featuring three basket arches built from rough-faced stone. The structure has rounded cutwater features and square piers that span across the water.
History
The structure was built in the early to mid-1800s and received protected status as a listed building in 1986. Severe damage from a winter storm in 2015 led to major reconstruction work that was completed in 2017.
Culture
The bridge shows traditional Yorkshire building methods and keeps its original architectural style as a protected structure. It demonstrates how local stonework techniques were passed down through generations and remain visible in the craft.
Practical
The location is accessible on foot via a minor road that connects the nearby villages. The best time to visit is during dry weather when the surrounding paths are easy to walk.
Did you know?
The structure survived for generations until an extreme winter storm in 2015 caused severe damage and triggered one of the largest restoration projects in its history. The rebuilding process revealed how modern engineers approach preserving historic structures.
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