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Higher New Bridge, Cornwall / Devon

Higher New Bridge is an early 16th-century three-arch stone bridge across the River Tamar, between Dutson, Cornwall and Netherbridge, Devon. The bridge was described by John Leland in 1539 who stated that the bridge was built and maintained by the Abbots of Tavistock. It is within the council area of Cornwall.
Historic England Grade I Listed 1327996.

Place Type: Historic Bridge
Historic County: Cornwall / Devon
Lat, Long: 50.656442,-4.3371982
Grid Reference: SX 3489 8669
Civil Parish: St Stephens By Launceston Rural CP
Council Area: Cornwall CA
Police Area: Devon and Cornwall PA

GBPN ID: 319974
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Higher_New_Bridge,_Cornwall_319974

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