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Church Bridge

England
List entry 1005044
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Church Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Rutland, England, likely dating to the thirteenth or fourteenth century based on surviving architectural features. The structure exemplifies the functional stone bridges constructed during the medieval period to serve parochial and agricultural communities in the East Midlands. The bridge retains characteristics typical of its period, including masonry construction and a modest span suited to crossing a local watercourse. Its preservation as a scheduled monument reflects its significance as a surviving example of rural medieval infrastructure in the Rutland landscape.

Church Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005044. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Church Bridge?

Church Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Rutland, England, likely dating to the thirteenth or fourteenth century based on surviving architectural features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005044.

Who is responsible for protecting Church Bridge?

Church 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 1005044.

What other scheduled monuments are near Church Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barnhill moated site at Hambleton (3 km), Village cross at junction of Well Cross and King Edward's Way (3.8 km), Roman villa east of Foster’s Bridge (5.4 km).

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