Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBank House Bridge, Wycoller

Bank House Bridge, Wycoller

England
List entry 1005104
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bank House Bridge at Wycoller is a stone bridge of medieval or early post-medieval date crossing Wycoller Beck in the village of Wycoller, Lancashire. The bridge's construction reflects the importance of this crossing point in the local landscape, serving as a routeway through the steep-sided valley. Its masonry construction and design are characteristic of bridges built to facilitate movement across the beck during the medieval period and beyond. The structure remains a significant element of Wycoller's built heritage, contributing to the archaeological and architectural character of this historic settlement.

Bank House Bridge, Wycoller is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bank House Bridge, Wycoller?

Bank House Bridge at Wycoller is a stone bridge of medieval or early post-medieval date crossing Wycoller Beck in the village of Wycoller, Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005104.

Who is responsible for protecting Bank House Bridge, Wycoller?

Bank House Bridge, Wycoller 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 1005104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bank House Bridge, Wycoller?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Small stone circle on Delf Hill (6.3 km), Bowl barrow 155m east of Beadle Hill (6.5 km), Bowl barrow 140m east of Beadle Hill (6.5 km).

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