Deepdale Aqueduct

Deepdale Aqueduct, dated 1893, is an impressive cast-iron aqueduct and footbridge spanning the River Tees. Constructed by Head, Wrightson and Co., Engineers of Thornaby on Tees, the structure is 45 metres long and comprises a jointed span with cross-braced sides, supported by two sets of squat, paired columns featuring moulded bases and dentilled capitals. Double walkways run on either side, enclosing water pipes. The end sections are similar, consisting of two octagonal piers with corbelled, chamfered caps, linked by a short staircase to two embattled, semi-octagonal towers flanking the walkways. The aqueduct traverses the boundary between the parishes of Lartington and Barnard Castle and is notable for its industrial interest as a large and elaborate example of its type.