Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEast Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway

East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway

England
List entry 1005496
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

East Farleigh Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Medway in Kent, England. The bridge dates from the fourteenth century and represents an important example of medieval river crossing infrastructure in the county. Constructed of stone with multiple arches, it maintains substantial sections of its original medieval masonry, though it has undergone various repairs and modifications across subsequent centuries. The bridge served as a vital communication link across the Medway and remains a significant surviving example of medieval bridge engineering in the region.

East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005496. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway?

East Farleigh Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Medway in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005496.

Who is responsible for protecting East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway?

East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway 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 1005496.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Teston Bridge, over the Medway (2.6 km), The College of All Saints (3.1 km), The 'Gatehouse', Palace Gardens, Mill Street (3.2 km).

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