Grassington Bridge

Grassington Bridge, also known as Linton Bridge, is a bridge over the River Wharfe with origins dating back to the 17th century. It was widened in 1780, and the parapet and road surface were rebuilt in 1824. The bridge is constructed of coursed squared gritstone and ashlar, with an overall length of approximately 50 meters. It features four segmental arches with recessed voussoirs and pointed cutwaters that rise as pilasters, interrupting the string course and projecting band at road level. The parapet has slightly ridged coping.

Historical records indicate that between 1598 and 1602, the bridge was in a state of ruin and was repaired using oak trees. After its rebuilding, it underwent repairs in 1661 and was widened on the upstream side from 10 feet to 24 feet in 1780. The downstream parapet was likely also rebuilt, but the bridge maintained a hump-back profile until substantial rebuilding occurred in 1824-1825. These later alterations were likely necessitated by the heavy traffic of pack-horses from the lead mines crossing the river on their way to Skipton and Gargrave. The bridge spans the boundary with Threshfield parish.