Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHelmsley Bridge

Helmsley Bridge

England
List entry 1004902
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Helmsley Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Rye at Helmsley in North Yorkshire. The bridge dates from the medieval period, though it has undergone substantial reconstruction and repair over the centuries. It comprises a multi-arched structure of ashlar stone construction, characteristic of important crossing points in the medieval landscape. The bridge served as a vital communication link for the market town of Helmsley and its surrounding estate, facilitating both local traffic and through-routes across the river valley.

Helmsley Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004902. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Helmsley Bridge?

Helmsley Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Rye at Helmsley in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004902.

Who is responsible for protecting Helmsley Bridge?

Helmsley 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 1004902.

What other scheduled monuments are near Helmsley Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow on Grimston Moor 655m north east of Grimston Grange (9.1 km), Round barrow on Grimston Moor 350m north east of Black Gill Plantation (9.1 km), Round barrow 450m south west of Coney Hill Farm (9.2 km).

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