Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLandacre Bridge

Landacre Bridge

England
List entry 1021125
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Landacre Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Mole near Withypool in Exmoor, Somerset. The bridge dates to the thirteenth century and represents an important example of medieval bridge construction in the region. Its design comprises a single pointed arch of substantial span, characteristic of medieval engineering practices, constructed from local stone with cutwaters to manage water flow. The bridge served as a significant crossing point for traffic across Exmoor and remains a well-preserved example of medieval infrastructure in its rural landscape setting.

Landacre Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021125. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Landacre Bridge?

Landacre Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Mole near Withypool in Exmoor, Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021125.

Who is responsible for protecting Landacre Bridge?

Landacre 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 1021125.

What other scheduled monuments are near Landacre Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stone circle on Withypool Hill 670m ESE of Portford Bridge (2.8 km), Bowl barrow and round cairn on Withypool Hill, 850m and 820m east of Portford Bridge (2.9 km), Two round barrows on Twitchen Ridge (4.1 km).

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