Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHigher New Bridge

Higher New Bridge

England
List entry 1020635
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Higher New Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Cornwall, England, dating from the medieval period. The structure represents typical bridge construction of its era, featuring a single or multiple arch design characteristic of medieval crossing points. The bridge served as an important crossing over a local watercourse, facilitating communication and trade within the medieval landscape. Its survival to the present day demonstrates the durability of medieval stone construction techniques employed in southwestern England.

Higher New Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020635. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Higher New Bridge?

Higher New Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Cornwall, England, dating from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020635.

Who is responsible for protecting Higher New Bridge?

Higher New 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 1020635.

What other scheduled monuments are near Higher New Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dunheved Cross, 80m west of Launceston Hospital (3.5 km), Slight univallate hillfort with outworks 390m south east of Tanker's Lake (6.3 km), Camp E of Brockle (6.8 km).

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