Devil's Bridge is a three arched 14th century bridge that spans the
river Lune, and is so-called because of a legend that pops up at
various places in Britain. It was said that a woman was separated
from her cow when the river ran high, so she made a pact with the
Devil. He was to build a bridge across the river and would have the
soul of the first living thing to cross the bridge. The woman threw
a piece of bread across the bridge and her dog ran after it. The
devil was so distraught because all he got was the soul of a dog
that he jumped into the river from the bridge.
Nowadays, the river near to the bridge is used for sub-aqua
diving in the winter months and by canoeists at other times of
year. The area is popular for summer picnics too, but it's main
claim to fame is as a stopping place for bikers. There is usually a
refreshments van on the bridge, and there are toilets by the west
bank car park. If you use these, you may show your appreciation of
the facilities by dropping your spare change into the donation box
outside the toilets!
If you find the cache and own a motorbike, it would be great if
you could post a picture of your bike here!
Note for wheelchair users:There is a gate further up from
the squeezer stile, via which wheelchair access can be made, but it
will depend on how soft or muddy the ground is and on the type of
wheelchair as to whether you will want to venture onto the grass.
Certainly after a good spell of dry weather there should be no
problem crossing the grass from the gate to the cache location.
The cache is a very small square food storage container.
Kirkby Lonsdale Town Council was quite concerned about possible
damage to the park by geocachers seeking the cache, but have given
the go-ahead provided any damage is made good. So please go
carefully. Thanks very much.
The cache contains a log book, pencil and sharpener, and a few
small swaps - please leave small items only.
Enjoy your visit, and if you are a car driver - THINK BIKE! If
you're a biker - have fun and RIDE SAFELY!
