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Gallox Bridge

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A medieval packhorse bridge, probably dating to the 15th century, across the River Avill on the southern outskirts of Dunster village. The bridge was traditionally used by packhorses bringing fleece to Dunster wool market.

The name was originally 'gallows bridge'. The bridge is a pleasing semi-circle, curving for 13.5 metres, with two low arches supportig the span. The bridge leads to a raised causeway which avoids a ford.
Park Street, Dunster, Somerset, England

About Gallox Bridge
Attraction Type: Historic Property - Bridge
Location: At the bottom of Park Street. Parking in the small parking lot between Park Street and Mill Lane, or in the main Dunster parking area off the A396.
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Nearest Towns and Villages Selworthy - 5.1 miles away Allerford - 5.9 miles away Oare - 12 miles away Lynmouth - 16.2 miles away Lynton - 17 miles away Tiverton - 19.3 miles away Upottery - 25.5 miles away Umberleigh - 26.6 miles away

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On the bridge

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Nearest Accommodation to Gallox Bridge

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Chimney Cottage - 0.2 miles from Gallox Bridge Dunster, Somerset Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £340

Spaniel Cottage - 1.1 miles from Gallox Bridge Carhampton, Somerset Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £200

Lyndale - 4 miles from Gallox Bridge Roadwater, Somerset Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £240

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Nearest Hotels

The Luttrell Arms - 0.4 miles from Gallox Bridge Exmoor, Somerset Stay from: £104.00

Yarn Market Hotel - 0.4 miles from Gallox Bridge Dunster, Somerset Stay from: £65.00

The Langbury - 1.9 miles from Gallox Bridge Minehead, Somerset Stay from: £48.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Westleigh of Dunster - 0.2 miles from Gallox Bridge Dunster, Somerset From: £75.00

Exmoor House - 0.2 miles from Gallox Bridge Dunster, Somerset From: £60.00

Spears Cross - 0.2 miles from Gallox Bridge Minehead, Somerset From: £52.00

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Minehead
Visitor Information and Interpretation Centre
Warren Road
Minehead
Somerset
England
TA24 5BG
Tel: 01643 702 624
Fax: 01458 707 166
Email: visitor@westsomerset.gov.uk
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