Description

The asset was previously listed twice also under the parish of Withypool and Hawkridge at List Entry 1058008. This entry was removed from the List on 15 July 2022.

This entry was subject to a Minor Amendment on 15 July 2022 to correct typos and to reformat text to current standards.

DULVERTON CP

SS83SW

2/58

Tarr Steps

6.4.59

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Clapper bridge over River Barle. Medieval in origin, sections frequently rebuilt after flood damage, most recently in 1942, 1952 and 1979. Local grit sandstone slabs weighing up to 1-2 tons apiece. Seventeen spans, 55 m in length set about one metre above the river.

External Links

• Historic England Listing

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Recommended Books

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  Kent: West and the Weald: The Buildings of England (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Maintaining and Repairing Old Houses: A Guide to Conservation, Sustainability and Economy
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  Herefordshire (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)