Long Bridge

Long Bridge is a Grade I road bridge over the River Taw, including causeways. It dates back to the 13th century, although the three arches on the town side were replaced in 1589. The bridge has been widened at least three times, including a widening by James Green in 1834 and most recently in the 1960s, which used concrete faced with rubble. The structure features grey rubble with ashlar arch rings from one of the later phases and has a rubble parapet. It measures approximately 159 metres in length and has sixteen arches, showcasing the pointed medieval arches of the original 3-metre (10-foot) wide bridge behind the later segmental arches. Additional features include cutwaters, a platband at road level, and a plain parapet. This bridge is significant for its medieval design and large scale.