Thornton Bridge

Thornton Bridge is a bridge over the River Swale, built around 1888 and restored in 1984. It features a cast-iron structure supported by ashlar abutments. The bridge has a segmental single-span arch made up of slender girders, some of which include an open trellis-work pattern. The spandrels display a shield of the City of York, and the parapet also features trellis-work. The abutments have plain parapets, copings, and terminals. In a report from 1888, Thornton Bridge was described as an 'old and infirm' stone structure. The previous bridge, which had three arches, was noted by Leland in the 17th century. This crossing of the Swale holds significant local historical importance. The 1984 restoration involved rebuilding the deck while preserving the original facade.