Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarforth Bridge

Barforth Bridge

England
List entry 1002322
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barforth Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Tees in North Yorkshire, dating from the medieval period. The structure represents an important example of bridge engineering from its era, serving as a crossing point on a significant route through the region. Built of stone with characteristic medieval construction techniques, the bridge demonstrates the practical infrastructure development that supported medieval settlement and trade in the Yorkshire countryside.

Barforth Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002322. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barforth Bridge?

Barforth Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Tees in North Yorkshire, dating from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002322.

Who is responsible for protecting Barforth Bridge?

Barforth 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 1002322.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barforth Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north west of High Merrybent (9.7 km), Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort and associated outwork (10.1 km), Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm (10.2 km).

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