Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCharwelton Bridge

Charwelton Bridge

England
List entry 1003913
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Charwelton Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Nene in Northamptonshire. The bridge dates to the fourteenth century and represents a significant example of medieval river crossing architecture in the East Midlands. It features characteristic pointed arches typical of the period and has been substantially rebuilt and repaired over subsequent centuries, particularly during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The bridge remains an important historical structure within its landscape and serves as evidence of medieval infrastructure development and the strategic importance of river crossings in the medieval settlement pattern of Northamptonshire.

Charwelton Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003913. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Charwelton Bridge?

Charwelton Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Nene in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003913.

Who is responsible for protecting Charwelton Bridge?

Charwelton 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 1003913.

What other scheduled monuments are near Charwelton Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Byfield market cross (3.3 km), Dower House, Fawsley Park (4 km), Site of the medieval village, Cistercian Priory and post-Dissolution house and gardens of Lower Catesby, with associated ridge and furrow (4 km).

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