United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Derbyshire
South Derbyshire
Swarkestone
View of Swarkestone Bridge
United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Derbyshire
South Derbyshire
Swarkestone
View of Swarkestone Bridge
Cycling Highlight
Recommended by 39 out of 42 cyclists
Location: Swarkestone, South Derbyshire, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom
An ancient bridge over the River Trent that also marks the most southern point of Bonnie Prince Charlie's advance on London. He reached the bridge, had second thoughts and returned to Scotland. The bridge has far too much heavy traffic and, as it is ancient, has a varying width. Take great care if cycling across the bridge - better is to take the quiet road to the west alongside the river to Ingleby.
July 25, 2018
historic bridge but avoid if roads busy as there is not much room for cars and bikes !
April 24, 2020
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