Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGrindleford Bridge

Grindleford Bridge

England
List entry 1007059
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Grindleford Bridge is a stone bridge spanning the River Derwent in Derbyshire, England. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point on local routes through the Peak District landscape. Constructed in stone with characteristic arched spans typical of medieval bridge engineering, it has been substantially rebuilt and modified through successive periods, though its fundamental structure retains medieval elements. The bridge remains a significant example of vernacular medieval engineering and continues to serve as both a functional crossing and a monument to Derbyshire's historical communications infrastructure.

Grindleford Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007059. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Grindleford Bridge?

Grindleford Bridge is a stone bridge spanning the River Derwent in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007059.

Who is responsible for protecting Grindleford Bridge?

Grindleford 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 1007059.

What other scheduled monuments are near Grindleford Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Calton Pastures, 625m WSW of Calton Houses (9.5 km), Bowl barrow on Calton Pastures, 600m south-west of Calton Houses (9.8 km), Field system and stone circle on Rabbit Warren, 1150m south east of Park Farm (10 km).

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