Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChislehampton Bridge

Chislehampton Bridge

England
List entry 1006362
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chislehampton Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Thame in Oxfordshire, located in the parish of Chislehampton. The bridge dates from the medieval period and survives as a significant example of vernacular bridge architecture from that era. Its construction reflects the importance of maintaining crossing points over the river for local communication and commerce. The structure demonstrates the characteristic masonry techniques and design conventions typical of medieval bridge building in the English Midlands and South.

Chislehampton Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006362. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chislehampton Bridge?

Chislehampton Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Thame in Oxfordshire, located in the parish of Chislehampton. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006362.

Who is responsible for protecting Chislehampton Bridge?

Chislehampton 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 1006362.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chislehampton Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dike Hills (5.6 km), Romano-British settlement 520m north west of Cooks Cottages (6.3 km), Long barrow 340m north west of Cooks Cottages (6.3 km).

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