Newbridge

Newbridge is a bridge over the River Lynher, first mentioned by Worcester in 1478. It was partly rebuilt in 1698, as indicated by a datestone, and was widened on the south side with the parapets rebuilt in 1875, which is also noted by a datestone. The bridge is constructed of rubblestone and ashlar granite blocks. It features moulded granite strings above the north arches, which are interrupted by cutwaters. The north side has four segmented arches made with cutstone voussoirs and keys, and these arches do not have imposts. Granite cutwaters between the arches continue to form refuges, and there are brackets on the cutwaters that were likely used to secure stake nets for the Rillaton Fishery. There is an additional arch on the east side with a granite lintel. The west cutwater has the 1698 datestone inscribed on it, with another datestone from 1875 above it. The south side of the bridge was widened by 1.5 meters, and there is a large low cutwater on the east side. Two cutwaters have been extended to form refuges, and the parapets are topped with granite coping, splayed over the abutments on the east side. Notably, Charles I crossed this bridge in August 1644 after his victory at Lostwithiel.