Key Words :- packhorse bridge

Viewing the Site :- On public road/path

Address :- Wycoller Road, Wycoller, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 8SY
Grid Ref :- SD 93234 39248
Co-ordinates :- Lat 53.849423 , Long -2.104329
Local Authority :- Pendle Borough Council
Pre 1974 County :- Lancashire
Site Status :- Listed - Grade II*
Historic England List No - 1243828,
Site Condition :- Operational site, in use for original purpose
Site Dates :- C17 or earlier -

Description and History of Site:-
Packhorse bridge of two segmental arches, the eastern arch significantly deformed. A ford, probably of contemporary origins on the upstream side. The age is uncertain, though arguments have been made for the C15 or even C13.

Further Reading and References:-
https://thejournalofantiquities.com/2016/01/20/the-three-ancient-bridges-wycoller-lancashire/

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