Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPiercebridge Bridge

Piercebridge Bridge

England
List entry 1002344
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Piercebridge Bridge is a Roman bridge crossing the River Tees near Piercebridge in County Durham, dating from the second century AD. The structure formed part of the road network connecting the fort at Piercebridge with other military installations across northern Britain during the Roman occupation. The bridge was constructed using stone and timber, with substantial abutments and piers designed to withstand the river's flow. Archaeological investigation and documentary sources have established its importance as infrastructure servicing the Roman garrison and supply routes in this strategically significant region of the provincial frontier.

Piercebridge Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002344. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Piercebridge Bridge?

Piercebridge Bridge is a Roman bridge crossing the River Tees near Piercebridge in County Durham, dating from the second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002344.

Who is responsible for protecting Piercebridge Bridge?

Piercebridge 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 1002344.

What other scheduled monuments are near Piercebridge Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale (5.6 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary in Low Wood, Langdale (6.1 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush (6.3 km).

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