Tarr Steps
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Map sources for Tarr Steps at grid reference SS868321
The Tarr Steps are a prehistoric clapper bridge across the River Barle in the Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England. They are located about 2.5 miles (4 km) south east of Withypool and 4 miles (6 km) north west of Dulverton.
A typical clapper bridge construction, the bridge dates to around 1000 BC. The stone slabs weigh up to 5 tons apiece. According to local legend, they were placed by the devil to win a bet. The bridge is 180 feet (55 m) long and has 17 spans.[1]
It has been designated by English Heritage as a grade I listed building.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ Leete-Hodge, Lornie (1985). Curiosities of Somerset. Bodmin: Bossiney Books, 63-64. ISBN 0906456983.
- ^ Tarr Steps. Images of England. Retrieved on 2007-05-09.
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