Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarch Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal

March Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal

England
List entry 1005559
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

March Barn Bridge is a stone arch bridge that carries a farm track across the Rochdale Canal in Lancashire. The bridge dates to the early nineteenth century and was constructed as part of the infrastructure associated with the canal itself, which was completed in 1804. Built in dressed stone with a single arch span, the bridge exemplifies the functional engineering works characteristic of the canal age. Its survival represents an important element of the Rochdale Canal's historical fabric and demonstrates the integration of transport infrastructure with the wider landscape of industrial Lancashire.

March Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005559. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is March Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal?

March Barn Bridge is a stone arch bridge that carries a farm track across the Rochdale Canal in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005559.

Who is responsible for protecting March Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal?

March Barn Bridge, Rochdale Canal 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 1005559.

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