Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFroggatt Bridge

Froggatt Bridge

England
List entry 1007056
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Froggatt Bridge is a stone bridge of medieval date situated in Derbyshire, spanning the River Derwent near the village of Froggatt. The structure is constructed of ashlar masonry and features a single arch, characteristic of medieval bridge design in the Peak District region. The bridge represents an important crossing point of the river and survives as evidence of medieval transport infrastructure and engineering practice. Its construction period and original function reflect the significance of river crossings in medieval Derbyshire's communication networks.

Froggatt Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007056. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Froggatt Bridge?

Froggatt Bridge is a stone bridge of medieval date situated in Derbyshire, spanning the River Derwent near the village of Froggatt. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007056.

Who is responsible for protecting Froggatt Bridge?

Froggatt 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 1007056.

What other scheduled monuments are near Froggatt Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Calton Pastures, 850m south of Calton Houses (8.4 km), Cairnfield on Beeley Moor, east of Hell Bank Plantation (9.3 km), Cairnfield with enclosure, house platform and ring cairn 800m north east of Raven Tor (9.3 km).

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