Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMulti-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green

Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green

England
List entry 1004452
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Polyphant Bridge is a multi-span stone bridge located 110 metres north of Polyphant Green in Cornwall. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of multi-arch construction typical of crossing points on significant medieval routes. Its multiple spans indicate substantial engineering effort and reflect the importance of the crossing for medieval traffic and commerce in the locality. The structure survives as a scheduled monument, preserving evidence of medieval bridge-building techniques and the historical communication networks of medieval Cornwall.

Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004452. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green?

Polyphant Bridge is a multi-span stone bridge located 110 metres north of Polyphant Green in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004452.

Who is responsible for protecting Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green?

Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green 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 1004452.

What other scheduled monuments are near Multi-span bridge called Polyphant Bridge, 110m north of Polyphant Green?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric regular aggregate field system with two incorporated stone hut circles 850m north-east of Siblyback Farm (9.5 km), Deserted medieval settlement 650m north-east of Siblyback Farm (9.7 km), Earlier Prehistoric hillfort, two cairns, medieval pound and adjacent Prehistoric field systems, hut circles and transhumance huts on Stowe's Hill (9.8 km).

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