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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 arch bridge located in Cornwall, England, crossing a river valley in the southwestern county. The bridge dates to the medieval period, though precise construction dates remain uncertain without recent detailed archaeological assessment. It represents the type of utilitarian stone infrastructure characteristic of medieval Cornwall, constructed to facilitate communication and trade across difficult terrain. The bridge's enduring presence in the landscape testifies to the quality of medieval masonry and engineering practices employed in its original construction.

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 arch bridge located in Cornwall, England, crossing a river valley in the southwestern county. 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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