Dee Bridge

England
List entry 1006771
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dee Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Dee at Chester, Cheshire, constructed in the 13th century and substantially rebuilt in the 14th century. The bridge represents an important example of medieval engineering and served as a vital crossing point for traffic between Chester and Wales, forming part of a significant trade and military route. The surviving structure displays characteristic medieval bridge construction with pointed arches and substantial stone piers designed to withstand the river's flow. The bridge remains substantially intact and continues to form a key element of Chester's historic townscape, having been maintained and repaired through subsequent centuries.

Dee Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006771. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dee Bridge?

Dee Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Dee at Chester, Cheshire, constructed in the 13th century and substantially rebuilt in the 14th century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006771.

Who is responsible for protecting Dee Bridge?

Dee 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 1006771.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dee Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Huntington Hall moated site (2.6 km), Motte and associated earthworks east of Old Rectory (3 km), Moated site north-west of Mill Hill House Farm (3.3 km).

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