Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260

Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260

England
List entry 1007066
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dove Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Dove in Staffordshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point over this river boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire. The bridge features characteristic medieval stonework and construction techniques consistent with bridges built during the medieval era in the English Midlands. As a scheduled ancient monument, it survives as a testament to medieval infrastructure and the strategic importance of river crossings in the region's communications network.

Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007066. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260?

Dove Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Dove in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007066.

Who is responsible for protecting Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260?

Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260 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 1007066.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dove Bridge See also STAFFORDSHIRE 260?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dove Bridge See also DERBYSHIRE 56 (0 km), Bowl barrow on Toot Hill (2.7 km), Standing cross in the churchyard of St Peter's Church (3.1 km).

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