Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHexham Bridge

Hexham Bridge

England
List entry 1002905
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hexham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Tyne at Hexham in Northumberland. The bridge was constructed in the early fifteenth century, with the earliest recorded reference to its building dating to around 1407, and represents an important example of late medieval bridge engineering in northern England. The structure originally comprised multiple arches of varying span, though it has been substantially rebuilt and repaired over subsequent centuries, particularly during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The bridge remains a significant feature of Hexham's townscape and continues to form part of the principal crossing of the River Tyne in this historic settlement.

Hexham Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002905. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hexham Bridge?

Hexham Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Tyne at Hexham in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002905.

Who is responsible for protecting Hexham Bridge?

Hexham 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 1002905.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hexham Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hexham Manor Office (or gaol) (0.7 km), Remains of medieval priory and Anglo-Saxon monastery under and around Hexham Abbey and its precincts (0.8 km), Linnels (or Linnolds) Bridge (3.3 km).

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