Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBlunham Bridge

Blunham Bridge

England
List entry 1004504
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Blunham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Ivel in Bedfordshire. The structure dates from the 15th century and represents a significant example of late medieval bridge engineering in the region. The bridge retains its original pointed arches and cutwater design, characteristics typical of medieval crossing structures built to withstand floodwater. As a surviving example of medieval river infrastructure, Blunham Bridge demonstrates the importance of transport networks in medieval Bedfordshire and the technical capabilities of masons working in the period.

Blunham Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004504. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Blunham Bridge?

Blunham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Ivel in Bedfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004504.

Who is responsible for protecting Blunham Bridge?

Blunham 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 1004504.

What other scheduled monuments are near Blunham Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval fishery and warren in Home Wood (5.7 km), Bronze Age Round Barrow and Later Settlement on Biggleswade Common (5.9 km), Probable Romano-Celtic Temple and Aligned Enclosures at Biggleswade Common (6.1 km).

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