Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEast Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway

East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway

England
List entry 1005496
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Farleigh Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Medway in Kent, England. The structure dates primarily to the fourteenth century, though it has undergone substantial repairs and modifications over subsequent centuries. The bridge comprises a series of arches constructed in local stone, reflecting the engineering practices of its period and the importance of the crossing as part of the road network in the Medway valley. As a surviving example of medieval bridge construction, East Farleigh Bridge remains significant evidence of medieval infrastructure and trade routes in Kent.

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 crossing 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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