Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBridge at Haydon Bridge

Bridge at Haydon Bridge

England
List entry 1006490
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bridge at Haydon Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Tyne in Northumberland. The structure dates from the fourteenth century and represents an important example of medieval bridge engineering in the North East of England. Built with characteristic rounded cutwaters and constructed from stone, the bridge has been substantially rebuilt and repaired over the centuries, particularly during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, though its medieval core remains evident in parts of its fabric. The bridge served as a crucial crossing point on the principal route through the Tyne valley and remains in use as a public highway today.

Bridge at Haydon Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006490. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge at Haydon Bridge?

Bridge at Haydon Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Tyne in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006490.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge at Haydon Bridge?

Bridge at Haydon 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 1006490.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge at Haydon Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bastles at Chesterwood (1.6 km), Langley Barony Mines, Haydon Bridge (2.6 km), Langley and Blagill lead smeltmills, flue and chimney (3.2 km).

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