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Bakewell Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Wye at Bakewell in Derbyshire. The structure dates from the early fourteenth century, with the surviving five-arch design characteristic of medieval bridge engineering. The bridge is constructed of ashlar stone and represents a significant example of medieval infrastructure serving the important market town of Bakewell. It has undergone various repairs and modifications throughout the centuries, including substantial restoration work in the nineteenth century, but retains its essential medieval form and remains a key crossing point through the settlement.
Bakewell Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007078. View the official record →
Bakewell Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Wye at Bakewell in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007078.
Bakewell 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 1007078.
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