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Horse Bridge

England
List entry 1020813
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Horse Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Cornwall, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents a significant example of early bridge engineering in the county. Built to carry traffic across a river or stream, the bridge exhibits the characteristic solid masonry construction typical of medieval crossing points. Its survival to the present day makes it an important record of medieval communication networks and the development of transport infrastructure in Cornwall.

Horse Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020813. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Horse Bridge?

Horse Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020813.

Who is responsible for protecting Horse Bridge?

Horse 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 1020813.

What other scheduled monuments are near Horse Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prince of Wales Mine at Harrowbarrow (4.3 km), Dupath holy well, 45m NNE of Dupath Farm (6.2 km), Round at Berry Farm (6.2 km).

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