Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCorbridge Bridge

Corbridge Bridge

England
List entry 1006574
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Corbridge Bridge is a Roman bridge crossing the River Tyne at Corbridge in Northumberland, dating to the second century AD. The bridge formed part of the Roman road network serving the important fort at Corbridge (Corstopitum), which occupied a strategic position on the Stanegate frontier during the Roman occupation of Britain. The surviving remains consist of substantial stone piers and abutments that are among the best-preserved examples of Roman bridge engineering in Britain. The site demonstrates the sophistication of Roman construction techniques and the significant investment in infrastructure required to maintain military and commercial communications across the frontier region.

Corbridge Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006574. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Corbridge Bridge?

Corbridge Bridge is a Roman bridge crossing the River Tyne at Corbridge in Northumberland, dating to the second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006574.

Who is responsible for protecting Corbridge Bridge?

Corbridge 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 1006574.

What other scheduled monuments are near Corbridge Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vicar's pele tower (0.3 km), Walker's Pottery (1.1 km), Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station (1.2 km).

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