Roman Bridge

This ancient one-sided bridge is located at the far end of the village and known as the 'Roman Bridge'. Also it known as the 'Smart's Bridge', the Roman name from a local story. According to legend the ghost of a Roman centurion had been seen standing guard.

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Ancient England, Village Scenes, Castle Combe, Wiltshire

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April Cottage

The very pretty April Cottage is 18th century and one of the last thatched houses in the village. It is probably nearer Upper Castle Combe than the main village.

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Castle Combe, Wiltshire, English Cottages, Springtime in England, tour 1 cottage

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Market Cross

This historic monument is the centre-piece of the village. It is believed to date from the 14th century when the privilege to hold a weekly market was first granted. Nails in the beams of the Market Cross may have been used to hang blankets on market days or even meats.

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Village Scenes, Castle Combe, Wiltshire

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