Tarr Steps
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The Tarr Steps is a clapper bridge across the River Barle in the Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England.[1] They are located in a national nature reserve about 2.5 miles (4 km) south east of Withypool and 4 miles (6 km) north west of Dulverton.
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Tarr Steps | |
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Coordinates | 51.077°N 3.618°W / 51.077; -3.618 |
Crosses | River Barle |
Locale | Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England |
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Design | Clapper bridge |
Material | Stone slabs |
Total length | 55 metres (180 ft) |
No. of spans | 17 |
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A typical clapper bridge construction, the bridge's listing assesses it as medieval in origin. The stone slabs weigh up to two tons each. The bridge is 180 feet (55 m) long and has 17 spans.[2] It has been designated as a Grade I listed building and scheduled monument.[1][3]