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Barnard Castle Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Tees at Barnard Castle in County Durham. The bridge dates from the early 15th century and comprises a single substantial arch constructed of ashlar masonry, representing a notable example of late medieval bridge engineering. Its robust construction reflects both practical necessity for crossing the river and the resources of the lordship centred on the nearby castle. The bridge remains substantially intact and continues to function as a pedestrian crossing, preserving its original architectural character from the medieval period.
Barnard Castle Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002353. View the official record →
Barnard Castle Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Tees at Barnard Castle in County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002353.
Barnard Castle 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 1002353.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A rock with a cup and a groove, in the south west corner of Scale Knoll Allotment, 790m south east of Far East Hope, Barningham Moor (7.8 km), A carved rock between The Stang Forest boundary wall and Woodclose Gill, 750m south east of Far East Hope, Barningham Moor (7.8 km), A carved rock and boulder walling, near the south wall of Scale Knoll Allotment, 500m north east of Black Hill Gate (7.8 km).
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