Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath

Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath

England
List entry 1007101
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath is a stone bridge of probable medieval date situated in the upland landscape of Westmorland. The structure crosses Heltondale Beck in a remote pastoral setting and represents the local stone-building traditions characteristic of the region. Such bridges served as essential crossing points for ancient routes and packhorses traversing the Pennine valleys, facilitating both local communication and longer-distance trade. The bridge's construction and survival reflect the medieval expansion of transport infrastructure through northern England's moorland terrain.

Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007101. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath?

Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath is a stone bridge of probable medieval date situated in the upland landscape of Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007101.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath?

Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath 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 1007101.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British farmstead at Haweswater (4.8 km), Settlement SW of Naddle Bridge (5.1 km), Romano-British farmstead 800m north-east of High House (5.6 km).

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