Yeolmbridge facts for kids
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| OS grid reference | SX317874 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | LAUNCESTON |
| Postcode district | PL15 |
| Dialling code | 01566 |
| Police | Devon and Cornwall |
| Fire | Cornwall |
| Ambulance | South Western |
| EU Parliament | South West England |
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Yeolmbridge is a small village in Cornwall, England. It is located about two and a half miles north of the town of Launceston. The village is named after a very old bridge nearby.
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What is Yeolm Bridge?
Yeolm Bridge is a historic bridge that crosses the River Ottery. It is very important because it is a Grade I listed structure. This means it is a building of exceptional interest. It is also a Scheduled Ancient Monument. This protects it as a nationally important archaeological site.
How Old is Yeolm Bridge?
The bridge was built around the year 1350. This makes it one of the oldest bridges still standing in Cornwall. Experts believe it is also one of the best-built medieval bridges in the area. In 1951, a famous historian named Nikolaus Pevsner called it Cornwall's "most ambitious" bridge.
What is Yeolmbridge Quarry?
Yeolmbridge Quarry is a special area located about 250 meters east of the village. It is called a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This means the area is protected because it has important natural features. It is also a Geological Conservation Review (GCR) site.
Why is the Quarry Important?
The quarry is important for studying geology. It is the main place where the "Yeolmbridge Formation" was first identified. This formation is a type of black shale rock. Scientists can see the boundary between two ancient time periods here: the Devonian and Carboniferous periods. This boundary happened around 359 million years ago. The rocks in the quarry contain a sequence of fossils. These fossils help scientists understand what life was like millions of years ago.
Who Lived in Yeolmbridge?
- Joan Rendell was a well-known English historian and writer. She was also a phillumenist, which means she collected matchbox labels. Joan Rendell lived in Yeolmbridge during the later part of her life.
