Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChester New Bridge

Chester New Bridge

England
List entry 1002354
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chester New Bridge is a stone bridge spanning the River Wear at Chester-le-Street in County Durham. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents significant infrastructure development in the region. Built to facilitate crossing of the river at an important point in the settlement, it demonstrates the constructional techniques and architectural practices of its era. The structure remains an important record of medieval bridge engineering and the transport networks that connected Durham's communities.

Chester New Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002354. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chester New Bridge?

Chester New Bridge is a stone bridge spanning the River Wear at Chester-le-Street in County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002354.

Who is responsible for protecting Chester New Bridge?

Chester New 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 1002354.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chester New Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Harbour House Chapel (4 km), Settlement SW of Harbour House Farm (4.3 km), Finchale Priory Benedictine cell: hermitage, monastic precinct and site of priory watermill (5.3 km).

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