Packhorse Bridge about 50 metres west of Lyncombe, Winsford, Somerset Council (UA) - Exmoor (NP)

Packhorse Bridge. C17-C18, possibly earlier. Lias. Dry stone flat bedded rubble; single span, pointed arch; rubble voussoirs; curved abutments; parapet of undressed stone set on end, ramped up to centre. Hump-backed bridge with remains of pebble pathway. A recent condition survey has identified loss or covering of cobble pathway, partial loss of parapet, cracking above the arch and extensive plant growth including ivy and large saplings rooting into fabric. Historic England has met the owners to discuss repairs.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

Packhorse Bridge at NGR SS 8670 3748, about 50 metres west of Lyncombe

Heritage Category:

Listed Building grade II*

List Entry Number:

1174159

Local Planning Authority:

Exmoor (NP)

Site Type:

Transport > Bridge

Location

Building Name:

Packhorse Bridge about 50 metres west of Lyncombe

Unitary Authority:

Somerset Council (UA)

Parish:

Winsford

National Park:

Exmoor (NP)

Parliamentary Constituency:

Tiverton and Minehead

Region:

South West

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Building or structure

Condition:

Poor

Occupancy / Use:

Not applicable

Priority:

C - Slow decay; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

C

Ownership:

Private