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 crossing the River Wear near Chester-le-Street in Durham. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point along a significant communication route in the north-east of England. Its construction reflects the medieval investment in infrastructure to facilitate travel and trade across the river valley. The structure survives as a testament to medieval engineering practices in northern England, though the exact date of its original construction and subsequent phases of rebuilding or repair remain matters of local historical record.

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 crossing the River Wear near Chester-le-Street in 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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