Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCavenham Bridge

Cavenham Bridge

England
List entry 1006011
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cavenham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Suffolk, England. The structure dates to the medieval period and spans a watercourse in the parish of Cavenham. The bridge represents the type of local infrastructure constructed to facilitate communication and trade across the Suffolk landscape during the Middle Ages. As a recorded monument of historical importance, it survives as evidence of medieval engineering and the development of the local settlement pattern.

Cavenham Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006011. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cavenham Bridge?

Cavenham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006011.

Who is responsible for protecting Cavenham Bridge?

Cavenham 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 1006011.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cavenham Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow called Cuckoo Hill (1.9 km), Round barrows, Risby Poor's Heath East (2.9 km), Bowl barrow 400m south west of Desnage Lodge (3.8 km).

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