Listed Building: Drawbridge immediately north of Lock No. 13 at SP 725 574 (17/10007)
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| Grade | II |
|---|---|
| NHLE UID | 1249266 |
| Date assigned | 30 June 1993 |
| Date last amended |
Description
Drawbridge over canal. 1812-15, restored C19 and C20. Brick abutments supporting a pivoting wooden deck, with handrail on one side. Deck is suspended by chains from two balance beams which pivot on two upright posts. Beams act as counterweights allowing deck to be raised or lowered across 'narrows' below lock No. 13 (q.v.). One of two standing drawbridges on the Northampton Arm. This type of canal structure has now become very rare in England and this important survivor has group value with the Northampton flight of locks (q.v.).
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7262 5745 (10m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
External Links (1)
- https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1249266 (Link to NHLE record on Historic England website)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Record last edited
Sep 25 2020 1:15PM
