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The Sheepwash Bridge

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Constructed from local limestone during the eighteenth century, The Sheepwash Bridge sits at the heart of the idyllic village of Ashford in the Water near Bakewell. Originally built to facilitate sheep dipping, complete with a stone-walled pen at one end, this historic landmark spans a gentle river. Today, it provides a scenic vantage point where people can pause to watch resident mallard ducks and take in the surrounding cottages.

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Opening hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Hours from Google; check with the venue before you go.