Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPart of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge

Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge

England
List entry 1006988
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge is a section of medieval fortification that formed part of the defensive circuit protecting the medieval city of Bristol. The wall dates from the medieval period and represents an important surviving example of urban defensive architecture in the West Country. This particular stretch, located west of Bristol Bridge, preserves evidence of the substantial stone construction that characterised Bristol's fortifications during the later medieval period. The survival of this section contributes to understanding the extent and character of Bristol's medieval defences and the city's development as a significant trading centre.

Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006988. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge?

Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge is a section of medieval fortification that formed part of the defensive circuit protecting the medieval city of Bristol. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006988.

Who is responsible for protecting Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge?

Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol 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 1006988.

What other scheduled monuments are near Part of Bristol city wall 185m west of Bristol Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Decoy Control Building (9 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary and St Peter's churchyard (9.1 km), Standing stone called Hautville's Quoit (9.2 km).

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