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Halfpenny Bridge is a late medieval or early modern bridge crossing the River Blackwater near Waltham St Lawrence in Berkshire. The structure takes its name from the historical toll of a halfpenny charged for passage across the river, a common practice for privately maintained bridges in this period. The bridge is constructed of stone and represents a modest but functional example of Thames Valley bridge engineering from its era. It remains an important local landmark and testament to medieval transport infrastructure and the management of river crossings in south-central England.
Halfpenny Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003424. View the official record →
Halfpenny Bridge is a late medieval or early modern bridge crossing the River Blackwater near Waltham St Lawrence in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003424.
Halfpenny 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 1003424.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Highworth circle 350m north east of Common Farm (6 km), Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm (6.2 km), Two Highworth circles 250m and 325m north of Eastrop Farm (6.3 km).
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