Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn
Old bridge of earn

Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn

Scotland
HES SM9468
Site type
Old bridge of earn
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

The Old Bridge of Earn is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Earn near Perth in Perthshire, Scotland. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and represents an important example of medieval bridge engineering in central Scotland, serving as a vital crossing point on routes through Perthshire. The bridge is constructed of stone with a relatively simple design typical of Scottish medieval bridges of the period. It remains substantially intact and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under Historic Environment Scotland.

Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9468. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn?

The Old Bridge of Earn is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Earn near Perth in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9468.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn?

Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM9468.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge of Earn, Old Bridge of Earn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement, 130m NNE of Ballendrick House (1.6 km), Law of Dumbuils, fort (3.5 km), West Dron Cottages, cup-marked stone 800m SSW of (3.7 km).

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