Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNewenden Bridge See also KENT 41

Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41

England
List entry 1003817
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Newenden Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Rother in the parish of Newenden, Kent. The structure dates from the fourteenth century and represents an important surviving example of medieval bridge engineering in the Weald. The bridge is constructed of stone with multiple arches and originally served as a significant crossing point on the route between the Cinque Ports and the interior of Kent and Sussex. It remains substantially intact from its medieval period, though it has undergone repairs and modifications over the centuries to maintain its function.

Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003817. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41?

Newenden Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Rother in the parish of Newenden, Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003817.

Who is responsible for protecting Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41?

Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41 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 1003817.

What other scheduled monuments are near Newenden Bridge See also KENT 41?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newenden Bridge See also EAST SUSSEX 489 (0 km), Castle Toll Saxon burgh and medieval fort (2.2 km), Medieval moated site and adjacent hythe, Lowden Farm (3.1 km).

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