Bakewell, River Wye And Bridge c.1955
Photo ref: B6004
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Photo ref: B6004
Photo of Bakewell, River Wye And Bridge c.1955

More about this scene

The triangular cutwaters were shaped thus so that at road level they created a pedestrian refuge in which people could stand as horses crossed the bridge. Today, they are a pleasant place to stand and take in the view without obstructing other pedestrians.

A Selection of Memories from Bakewell

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Bakewell

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If this has sparked a memory, why not share it here?

Still live in Bakewell, so if anyone wishes to know about the area, please let me know.