Free Entry
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours
Address:
Piercebridge, Darlington, Borough of Darlington, DL2 3SW
The remains at Piercebridge are part of a large bridge that carried a Roman road across the River Tees. They now lie high and dry on the south bank of the river, which has moved northwards since the bridge was built.
Read more about the history of the bridge.
Before You Go
Parking: There is free parking available in the car park of the nearby George Hotel (not managed by English Heritage). Please be aware the car park is currently badly degraded with potholes.
How to Find it: The bridge can be found over a stile from the car park.
Facilities: There are no public toilets in Piercebridge. The George Hotel and the farm shop and café at Piercebridge Organics both offer food and drink.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
Plan a Great Day Out
Combine your visit to Piercebridge with a trip to another English Heritage place in the region. Just a few miles away at Stanwick you'll find the remains of a huge Iron Age settlement.
Three other sites are within a 13 mile drive from Piercebridge. The imposing Richmond Castle offers breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales. Auckland Deer House is a picturesque Gothic revival 'eyecatcher' in the parkland of Auckland Castle, and the charming remains of Egglestone Abbey are an ideal place for a picnic.
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