Merrivale Bridge

Merrivale Bridge is a bridge over the River Walkham, dating from the 18th century, with some ashlar work that likely originates from the 17th century. The structure is built from granite and slatestone rubble, featuring granite ashlar on the upstream side, and has 20th-century cast iron railings. On the downstream side, the bridge has two round arches with keystones, along with a flood arch to the left that includes a rusticated keystone and a stepped pier between the two main arches. The upstream side mirrors this design with two round arches and a central stepped cutwater in ashlar, along with ashlar abutments that are probably from an earlier construction. The bridge measures approximately 12 metres in length and has a span of about 4 metres. The parapet has been rebuilt and is slightly above road level, also featuring 20th-century railings. It is possible that the bridge was reconstructed around the time of the Turnpike Act for roads leading into Tavistock in 1762.