Blackfriars Bridge

Built of sandstone, this stone arch bridge connects Salford to Manchester across the River Irwell. It was erected in 1820 to replaced an earlier wooden footbridge, built in 1761 and removed in 1817. The new design, by Thomas Wright of Salford, was completed in June 1820, and opened on 1 August that year. Tolls for use of the bridge were abolished in 1848. It is listed Grade II.