Twizel Bridge, Medieval stone road bridge in Duddo, England
Twizel Bridge is a 16th-century stone bridge that crosses the River Till, featuring a high rounded arch supported by five carefully shaped ribs. The squared stone construction throughout provides a solid and long-lasting structure that spans the river in a single impressive vault.
Construction took place in 1511 during a period of investment in infrastructure in this English-governed region. Its completion shortly before the 1513 Battle of Flodden demonstrated the strategic need for secure river crossings in the area.
For centuries, this bridge served as a vital crossing for travelers and merchants moving through this border region. People from both sides of the river used it daily to reach villages, markets, and parish churches.
Access is free and the bridge is open year-round as a public crossing between the villages. Visitors should be aware that this is an active road and should remain cautious while exploring the details of the medieval construction.
This bridge held the record for the longest stone span of any bridge built in England for approximately 300 years. Only later did other bridges with longer spans surpass this engineering achievement.
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