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Bridge over Lewis Burn, The Forks


The bridge carrying Bloody Bush Road over Lewis Burn, is located near The Forks in Kielder Forest. It was built in 1829 for Sir J. Swinburn. The single broad segmental arch has a panel on it's north side inscribed: "ERECTED by Sir J.E. Swinburn Bt. of CAPHEATON under the direction of James Wilson of Greena AD 1829"

The bridge was built as part of a private toll road route which opened in 1828. The bridge is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.

The Forks, Kielder Forest Historic Buildings and Monuments in Kielder Civil Parish Lewis Burn 1829 Bridges
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BRIDGE OVER LEWIS BURN - The Forks - List Entry
- "Hump-backed bridge. 1829 for Sir J. Swinburn. Single broad segmental arch. Plain parapet which splays out at each end of bridge. Oval panel on north side inscribed: ERECTED by Sir …
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List number: 1044860
List grade: 2
County: Northumberland
Grid ref: NY6306288764

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