There are several photos of the ford across the Swale below Marrick Priory and one or two references to problems using this route. The north bank is within Marrick parish and the bridleway is number 20.42/28, whereas that on the south bank is within Ellerton Abbey parish and is number 20.90/2. The BW on the north bank has been closed for several years as its route is directly through the main building that was once the priory church. As it is impossible to walk through medieval walls, the route is closed and will remain so until an alternative route can be agreed.