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Causey Arch is a late medieval stone bridge spanning the Tanfield Burn near Tanfield in Durham. Constructed in the fifteenth century, it is a single-span structure notable for its substantial arch and robust masonry construction typical of bridge building during the late Medieval period. The bridge served as part of the local communications network and demonstrates the engineering capabilities of medieval masons working in the north of England. Its survival to the present day makes it an important example of late Medieval bridge architecture in the region.
Causey Arch, Tanfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002364. View the official record →
Causey Arch is a late medieval stone bridge spanning the Tanfield Burn near Tanfield in Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002364.
Causey Arch, Tanfield 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 1002364.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bobgins engine house 250m south west of New House, Causey (0.2 km), Gibside Hall, 17th to 19th century country house (3.9 km), Old Hollinside fortified hall house, Whickham (4.3 km).
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