Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall

Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall

England
List entry 1005791
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire. The structure dates to the medieval period and represents an important example of fortified gatehouse architecture of its era. The gateway would have served a defensive and controlling function at the entrance to the hall and its grounds, typical of high-status medieval residences. The surviving bridge and gateway stonework demonstrate the construction techniques and architectural conventions employed in medieval Yorkshire.

Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005791. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall?

The bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005791.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall?

Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall 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 1005791.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Facade of Bridge Chapel in grounds of Kettlethorpe Hall (3.2 km), Sandal Castle: motte and bailey castle and shell keep castle (3.2 km), Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk (4.2 km).

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