Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPowick Old Bridge

Powick Old Bridge

England
List entry 1005268
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Powick Old Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Teme near Worcester in Worcestershire. The structure dates from the 12th century and is among the oldest bridges of its kind surviving in England. It comprises a series of stone arches built to carry traffic across the river, and represents significant medieval engineering and construction. The bridge remains an important archaeological monument illustrating medieval river crossing technology and the development of Worcestershire's communication networks.

Powick Old Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005268. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Powick Old Bridge?

Powick Old Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Teme near Worcester in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005268.

Who is responsible for protecting Powick Old Bridge?

Powick Old 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 1005268.

What other scheduled monuments are near Powick Old Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated monastic grange and fishpond complex at Middle Battenhall Farm, 450m north of Upper Battenhall Farm (3.3 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin's churchyard (3.6 km), Motte castle, moated site, and medieval agricultural remains at Crookbarrow Farm (4 km).

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