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Old bridge at Bideford

Each archway are different sizes, apparently because the towns' people way back in 1300's, were asked to pay for the bridge and those with not a lot of money only paid for a small arch!!! OR it could be that the arches were put onto solid ground which were at different places!!
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Andy Rodker said:

Super shot and explanation!
3 years ago

Jenny McIntyre replied to Andy Rodker:

I just remembered that tale from when I was a youngster and I've met lots of people who've heard the same. Although I am aware of the bottom of the river bed not being completely solid all across, so they had to ensure the bridge was on solid foundations.
3 years ago

Joe, Son of the Rock said:

I love the magical reflection.
3 years ago

Jenny McIntyre replied to Joe, Son of the Rock:

Yes it's a great reflection in this case. The tide was out at the time.
3 years ago

Fred Fouarge said:

HFF-Jenny--mooi weekeinde
3 years ago ( translate )

Jenny McIntyre replied to Fred Fouarge:

Heel erg bedankt Fred. Ik hoop dat jij ook een fijn weekend hebt.
3 years ago ( translate )