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Barnard Castle Bridge is a medieval bridge spanning the River Tees at Barnard Castle in County Durham, dating from the 12th century. The structure was built to facilitate crossing of the river in proximity to Barnard Castle itself, the Norman fortress that dominates the settlement. The bridge survives as a notable example of medieval masonry construction, comprising stone arches that reflect the engineering practices of the medieval period. Its construction and maintenance were integral to the development of Barnard Castle as a significant settlement in medieval County Durham, serving both defensive and commercial functions for the lordship centred on the castle.
Barnard Castle Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002353. View the official record →
Barnard Castle Bridge is a medieval bridge spanning the River Tees at Barnard Castle in County Durham, dating from the 12th century. 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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