Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAbutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge

Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge

England
List entry 1006280
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of the surviving structural remains of a Roman-period bridge crossing the River Radnor in Shropshire. The abutment represents one of the relatively few surviving examples of Roman bridge engineering in the English Midlands and testifies to the importance of river crossings in the Roman road network of the region. The monument dates to the Roman period, likely serving as part of the infrastructure connecting settlements and military installations across the landscape. The surviving stonework provides evidence of Roman construction techniques and hydraulic engineering appropriate to maintaining communications across the river valley.

Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006280. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge?

Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of the surviving structural remains of a Roman-period bridge crossing the River Radnor in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006280.

Who is responsible for protecting Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge?

Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006280.

What other scheduled monuments are near Abutment of Roman bridge at Radnor Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Acton Burnell Castle, a moated site with chamber block and tithe barn (1.1 km), Langley Hall moated site and Langley Chapel (2.8 km), Moat House moated site and an associated fishpond (3.9 km).

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