Ruthern Bridge, Bodmin, PL30 5LU

Ruthern Bridge, Bodmin is a hamlet in Cornwall, United Kingdom, situated within the PL 30 postal district. The locality is notable for its 15th‑century bridge, which features two pointed arches spanning the River Ruthern. Historically, the hamlet served as a halt on the Bodmin to Wadebridge railway line until 1933, a line that opened in 1834 and linked the quays at Wadebridge with the town of Bodmin, as well as quarries at Wenfordbridge. The railway’s primary purpose was to transport minerals to the port at Wadebridge and sea sand for agricultural improvement, with passenger services also operating on part of the line. The River Ruthern rises in the area, contributing to the local landscape and the historical significance of the bridge. The hamlet’s heritage and its connection to Cornwall’s transport history offer a unique character for residents and visitors alike.