Deeping St James Road, Peterborough, PE6 9AP
Deeping St James Bridge
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Why it's Wildland
2.9The stone bridge carrying the A15 over the River Welland opened in 1842, replacing a wooden crossing that had stood here since the 16th century. It cost £8,000 to build.
A brief heritage stop rather than a day-out destination: the bridge marks a long-used Welland crossing and gives a tangible glimpse of the transport history of the Deepings. Its roadside setting and unverified stopping access limit the visit.
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The experience
A short look at a historic road crossing over the River Welland. There is no verified visitor route or stopping point at the bridge, so treat it as a brief roadside heritage stop only if you can view it safely and legally.
Things to do
View the stone Welland bridge
The A15 crossing opened in 1842. The supplied route account says it replaced a wooden bridge that had stood here since the 16th century. A safe visitor stopping point is not verified; check before visiting.
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Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A brief look at the Welland crossing
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If a safe and lawful viewing point is available, look at the stone bridge carrying the A15 over the River Welland.
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Do not stop or enter the road where it would be unsafe or prohibited; check access before visiting.
Verified history
The stone bridge carrying the A15 over the River Welland opened in 1842 at a cost of £8,000, replacing a wooden bridge that had been at the crossing since the 16th century.
When to go
· No specific time is evidenced; only visit if a safe, lawful viewing point is available.
The supplied evidence identifies no seasonal feature or seasonal access pattern for the bridge.
Check before visiting; the bridge is described as carrying the A15, and safe stopping or viewing arrangements are unverified.
Worth pairing with
Market Deeping historic centre and Packhorse Bridge
The local information page describes a short stroll around Market Place and Church Street that includes the 1651 Packhorse Bridge. This is a separate bridge and should not be confused with Deeping St James Bridge.
What to look for
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The stone structure carrying the A15 over the Welland
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the available source does not document specific architectural details to look for.
The story
Industry
Best time to go
Any season; check conditions and access before setting out.
No particular season or time of day is evidenced. Prioritise safe, lawful access and check before visiting.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
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Opening & access
The supplied sources do not confirm visitor access or a dedicated place to stop. Check before visiting, and take care around the road and traffic. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
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Accessibility
Access arrangements and the suitability of the roadside approach are unverified. Check before visiting.
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