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About Wadebridge
One of the earliest recorded references to the town of Wadebridge was in 1313 when a market and two fairs were granted to Wade, within the manor of Pawton. At this time the town was in two parishes, Egloshayle and St Breock, on opposite sides of the River Camel. At this time, there were also two chapels, St Michael’s was on the west side of the river and King’s Chapel was on the east. Wadebridge was originally a market town but later became a foundry town. Its fifteenth century bridge across the River Camel is worth a visit. It was built by the Reverend Lovibond in 1460 and has seventeen arches along its 320 foot length. Legend says the bridge was built on wool, as this was where the wealthy landowners who paid for it had made their money. From…...
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