Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarford Bridge

Barford Bridge

England
List entry 1004505
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barford Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Bedfordshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of bridge construction techniques from that era. The bridge carries a public road across a watercourse and retains physical characteristics typical of medieval masonry bridges, including stone construction. As a scheduled monument and listed structure, Barford Bridge preserves evidence of medieval engineering practices and continues to serve as a functional crossing point within the local landscape.

Barford Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004505. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barford Bridge?

Barford Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Bedfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004505.

Who is responsible for protecting Barford Bridge?

Barford 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 1004505.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barford Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval fishery and warren in Home Wood (5.4 km), Site discovered by aerial photography S of village (6.2 km), Manor Farm moated site (6.9 km).

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