Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMelford Bridge

Melford Bridge

England
List entry 1004003
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Melford Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Norfolk, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point in the county's transport infrastructure. Built of stone, the bridge exemplifies medieval engineering practices characteristic of Norfolk's river crossings. The bridge remains a significant monument to medieval communication networks and local settlement patterns in the region.

Melford Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004003. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Melford Bridge?

Melford Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004003.

Who is responsible for protecting Melford Bridge?

Melford 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 1004003.

What other scheduled monuments are near Melford Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 720m north east of East Farm (3.5 km), Bowl barrow in the garden of The Old Mill (4 km), Atomic bomb store on Thetford Heath (4.5 km).

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