Gothic Bridge

Ornate hump-backed road bridge (Wth 6.6m) over River Blarney, on E side of Blarney Castle demesne (see CO062-238----). Segmental arch, with alternating limestone and sandstone voussoirs, replaces single sandstone arch; roughly shaped voussoirs of which were retained at base of later arch. Built on slight plinth. Long ornate side elevations, with pilasters and brick quatrefoils, appear to be contemporary with original bridge. Remains of pointed blind door on E side and rectangular door opes on W side, all with stone surrounds and hood mouldings. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 3: Mid Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009