Since it was first built, the bridge had a hermitage and chapel attached so that travellers could pray for safe passage over the bridge or to give thanks for a safe crossing. Another chapel in the town lent its name to The Guild of St Andrew and St Mary Magdelene which was formed in 1452 to repair the bridge and to maintain the chapel after which it was named.
Since its construction, the bridge has had a hermitage and chapel attached to provide travelers with a place to pray for safe passage or express gratitude for crossing safely. Another chapel in the town gave rise to The Guild of St Andrew and St Mary Magdelene, established in 1452 to repair the bridge and maintain the chapel after which it was named.