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Elvet Bridge

England
List entry 1002352
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Elvet Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Wear in Durham city centre, first constructed in the twelfth century and substantially rebuilt in the fourteenth century. The bridge features a series of stone arches and has been modified and repaired at various periods, including significant nineteenth-century restoration work. Its construction was instrumental in facilitating the development of the eastern suburbs of Durham and controlling river traffic. As one of Durham's most important medieval structures, Elvet Bridge remains a key monument to the city's medieval urban development and engineering achievement.

Elvet Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002352. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Elvet Bridge?

Elvet Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Wear in Durham city centre, first constructed in the twelfth century and substantially rebuilt in the fourteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002352.

Who is responsible for protecting Elvet Bridge?

Elvet 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 1002352.

What other scheduled monuments are near Elvet Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Framwellgate Bridge (0.3 km), The Water Gate (0.6 km), Prebend's Bridge (0.7 km).

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