The Howley Bridge is a pedestrian

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which spans the

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. It connects Howley in Warrington to

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in Latchford. The bridge was constructed in 1912 by the London-based David Rowell & Co. It is a suspension bridge, constructed primarily of

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with steel suspension cables and a timber-planked walkway. The bridge is similar in construction, appearance and properties to other bridges made by the company, such as Daly's Bridge. The Howley Bridge also shares the shakiness for which Daly's Bridge is known.

The bridge received maintenance during the construction of the Warrington Flood defences. The bridge is a registered Grade II listed building.

References

{{coord, 53.3873, -2.5787, type:landmark_region:GB, display=title Grade II listed bridges Bridges in Cheshire Bridges completed in 1912 Pedestrian bridges in England