Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH

Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH

England
List entry 1003767
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deeping Gate Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Welland in the Deeping area near Peterborough, Northamptonshire. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point along a historically significant route through the fenland landscape. The bridge exhibits characteristics typical of medieval masonry construction, with stone arches supporting the roadway across the river. Such bridges were essential infrastructure for medieval commerce and communication, serving both local and through traffic in this strategically important region of the East Midlands.

Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003767. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH?

Deeping Gate Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Welland in the Deeping area near Peterborough, Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003767.

Who is responsible for protecting Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH?

Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH 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 1003767.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deeping Gate Bridge Also in PETERBOROUGH?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of the Car Dyke canal, fishponds and barrows 250m north west of the Old Rectory (3.1 km), Bowl barrow immediately south of Long Meadow Farm (4.3 km), Market cross (5 km).

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