High Bridge

England
List entry 1004904
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

High Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Yorkshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of bridge engineering from that era. Built to cross a significant watercourse, it exemplifies the solid stone construction typical of medieval bridges designed for both practical transport and durability. The bridge remains a notable feature of the local landscape and serves as evidence of medieval infrastructure development in the Yorkshire region.

High Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004904. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is High Bridge?

High Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004904.

Who is responsible for protecting High Bridge?

High 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 1004904.

What other scheduled monuments are near High Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Knaresborough Castle (0.4 km), St Robert's Cave medieval hermitage, 90m north of Plumpton Mill Farm (1.9 km), Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church (4.1 km).

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