Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarkham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge)

Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge)

England
List entry 1006401
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Markham Moor Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Maun in Nottinghamshire. The structure dates from the fourteenth century and represents an important example of medieval river crossing infrastructure in the East Midlands. The bridge exhibits characteristic medieval stone construction and has historically served as a key crossing point on local communication routes through the moorland landscape. Its survival into the modern period reflects both the durability of medieval masonry work and the continuity of this crossing's strategic importance for regional connectivity.

Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006401. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge)?

Markham Moor Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Maun in Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006401.

Who is responsible for protecting Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge)?

Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' 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 1006401.

What other scheduled monuments are near Markham Moor Bridge (or 'Mirihil' Bridge)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement including a moated site and open field system, immediately north east and south of Hall Farm (1.9 km), Haughton decoy and motte and bailey castle (4 km), Moated fishpond complex with moat, fishstews, seven fishponds with sluices, ridge and furrow and a leat (5.5 km).

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