Cruise guide to the Macclesfield Canal Canal Boat
The canal is noted for its fine stone bridges - particularly the six change or snake bridges where the towpath changes sides of the canal. These bridges were designed to allow the horse to move over without having to untie it from the boat.
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Bridge 1 is one of the Macclesfield's roving bridges or 'snake' bridges, where the towpath changes sides and a boathorse could cross without the need to disconnect the towline when travelling between Marple Locks and the Macclesfield Canal.
Stonebuilt Snake Bridge on the Macclesfield Canal, England. r/TonyHawkitecture
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9 subscribers Subscribe 2 896 views 9 years ago Snake bridge on the Macclesfield canal, tighter and steeper than it looks. Located just behind the kings head pub at Gurnett, Macclesfield.
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Foden Bank bridge, no. 43, on the Macclesfield Canal, by Macclesfield, a fine example of a snake
A roving bridge, [1] changeline bridge, [2] turnover bridge, [3] or snake bridge [4] is a bridge over a canal constructed to allow a horse towing a boat to cross the canal when the towpath changes sides.
Narrowboat Densie Along the Macclesfield Canal
When the towpath moved from one side of the canal to the other, as it does here, the snake bridge allowed the horse to cross the bridge without having to undo the harness. The smooth stones minimized the risk of snagging or breaking the rope whilst this took place. Quite an innovative piece of design.
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July 13, 2023 By redis Nestled in the picturesque Cheshire countryside of England, the Stone-built Snake Bridge over the Macclesfield Canal stands as a testament to architectural prowess and historical endurance. This hidden treasure, with its unique structure, rich history, and breathtaking scenery, is a must-see for anyone touring the region.
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The grade II listed 'snake bridge' was designed to allow horses to move over without having to untie it from the boat. This smart piece of architecture can be found in Macclesfield. The Macclesfield canal opened in 1831 and it features several snake bridges, or roving bridges, where the towpath goes from one side to the other in a loop.
Travelling the Canals of England Heading North towards Manchester
Macclesfield to Bosley . Clarke Lane Bridge, no. 29, is a change line bridge, sometimes known as a snake bridge.. sometimes known as a snake bridge. This is the point where the towing path moves over to the east side of the canal and the objective of the bridge is to enable the horse to cross over without having to untie it from the boat.
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20170702 Snake Bridge at Macclesfield Roving (snake) bridge at Macclesfield - coming along the Macclesfield Canal from the south a towing horse would cross from the towpath on the west side to the east side towpath without ever having to be unhitched from the barge.
Snake Bridge over the junction of the Macclesfield Canal and the Peak Forest Canal, UK Stock
Examples of this can be seen on the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal in particular. Where the towpath changes from one side of the canal to another, a special form of bridge was designed to stop the towrope being tangled. These are known as roving, turnover or 'snake' bridges and are especially common on the Macclesfield Canal.
Macclesfield, Cheshire. Snake bridge carrying the towpath over the Macclesfield Canal, near the
Nestled along the picturesque Macclesfield Canal in England stands the captivating Snake Bridge, an architectural gem that gracefully curves over the tranquil waters. This distinctive bridge, with its sinuous design and historical significance, adds a unique charm to the canal's landscape. Curves Amidst History: Snake Bridge, also known as 'theโฆ
Roving or snake bridge, Macclesfield Canal at Congleton. Congleton, Macclesfield, Canals, Days
This includes a number of elegant roving bridges, which are known locally as snake bridges. Much of the canal is rural, passing through open countryside, and there are a number of impressive embankments and aqueducts, where the canal crosses river valleys.