Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBridge at Rearsby

Bridge at Rearsby

England
List entry 1005081
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bridge at Rearsby is a stone bridge of medieval date located in the village of Rearsby in Leicestershire. The structure spans a watercourse and survives as a testament to medieval engineering and communications infrastructure in the East Midlands. The bridge's construction reflects the importance of local water crossings to medieval settlement and trade networks in the region.

Bridge at Rearsby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005081. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge at Rearsby?

Bridge at Rearsby is a stone bridge of medieval date located in the village of Rearsby in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005081.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge at Rearsby?

Bridge at Rearsby 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 1005081.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge at Rearsby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard (3.3 km), Monastic grange and water control features immediately south of Thrussington Grange (3.9 km), Stump Cross, approximately 700m south of Main Street, Frisby on the Wreake (5.2 km).

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