Ringley Old Bridge | |
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Coordinates | 53°32′38″N 2°21′31″W / 53.5439°N 2.35871°W |
Crosses | River Irwell |
Characteristics | |
Material | Stone |
No. of spans | 3 |
History | |
Built | 1677 |
Construction cost | £500 |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
Official name | Ringley Old Bridge |
Designated | 18 August 1986 |
Reference no. | 1356800 |
Location | |
Ringley Old Bridge is an ancient stone bridge in Kearsley near Bolton, England[1] which crosses the River Irwell, linking Ringley with Stoneclough. It has two large semi-circular arches, and a third smaller arch, for the tow path.[2] It is a Grade II* structure, listed on 19 August 1986.[3]
It was built in 1677, at a cost of £500. It replaced a wooden bridge, swept away by flood in 1673.[4]