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21-05-2017, 09:28 PM
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Mrs Oy and I had a lovely walk at Kirkby Lonsdale this afternoon.

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21-05-2017, 09:29 PM
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You sure know how to take pictures .
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I like that picture very much
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21-05-2017, 09:35 PM
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It's a favourite run on the motorbikes for myself and pals.

During the Appleby Horse week the amount of old Horse drawn gypsy caravans along that road are plenty.

Devil's Bridge is a lovely spot.
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21-05-2017, 11:32 PM
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The Devil gets around

The Devil's Hoofprint on Broadfleet Bridge:



The Devil once resided at Cockerham, a prosperous village some 5 miles northwest of Pilling. His (or her) presence caused crop failure and livestock problems. The village parson, doctor and schoolmaster challenged him to battle of wits - and they won. The Devil was furious, and took a giant stride out of Cockerham, his hoof landing on Broadfleet Bridge in Pilling. His next stride took him to Blackpool, where he still lives.
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21-05-2017, 11:34 PM
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Broadfleet or Pilling Water Bridge Most probably a bridge was hereabouts in the mid-13th century, and certainly by 1652 one was recorded - wooden, and needing much repair and replacement. The current stone one was erected in two sections, one in 1783 and the second section in 1840. Originally a single channel, the idea being to carry a stronger flow to keep the channel clear. The wooden swing gates allow river water out, but prevent sea surges entering the drained marshes.
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I do believe the devil is a she and definitely lives in Blackpool....I have met her
 

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