Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAlresford Bridge

Alresford Bridge

England
List entry 1021111
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

© Mapbox · © OpenStreetMap contributors · Boundary data © Historic England (NHLE)

Overview

History & significance

Alresford Bridge is a medieval bridge spanning the River Alre in the parish of Alresford, Hampshire. The structure dates to the thirteenth century and represents an important example of medieval bridge engineering in the region. The bridge is constructed of stone and features characteristic pointed arches typical of the Gothic period. It has served as a significant crossing point for local traffic for nearly eight centuries and remains substantially intact, preserving evidence of medieval masonry techniques and construction methods.

Alresford Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021111. View the official record →

About this monument

Questions & answers

What is Alresford Bridge?

Alresford Bridge is a medieval bridge spanning the River Alre in the parish of Alresford, Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021111.

Who is responsible for protecting Alresford Bridge?

Alresford 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 1021111.

What other scheduled monuments are near Alresford Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village of Abbotstone (2.5 km), Long barrow north of Lamborough Lane (4.5 km), Roman villa and earlier prehistoric settlement 400m W of Lone Farm, Itchen (6 km).

Aubrey Research

Generate a full report for this location

Aubrey generates in-depth historical research for any address in the UK — drawing on scheduled monument data, Domesday records, Roman heritage, PAS finds and medieval history to reveal the complete story of a landscape.

Research the area around Alresford Bridge