Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRedmayne packhorse bridge

Redmayne packhorse bridge

England
List entry 1004877
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Redmayne packhorse bridge is a stone bridge located in Yorkshire, England, dating to the medieval period. The structure serves as evidence of the extensive packhorse routes that connected Yorkshire's settlements and facilitated trade across the Pennines during the medieval and early modern periods. The bridge is constructed of stone and exhibits the characteristic narrow, arched design typical of packhorse bridges, which were engineered to allow the passage of laden pack animals rather than wheeled vehicles. Such bridges remain important archaeological survivals of Yorkshire's medieval communications infrastructure and commercial networks.

Redmayne packhorse bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004877. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Redmayne packhorse bridge?

Redmayne packhorse bridge is a stone bridge located in Yorkshire, England, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004877.

Who is responsible for protecting Redmayne packhorse bridge?

Redmayne packhorse 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 1004877.

What other scheduled monuments are near Redmayne packhorse bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval farmstead and field system, 530m south east of The Grange (0.7 km), Hydro-electric power house and associated weir 250m north west of Tin Bridge (0.8 km), Linton churchyard cross and sundial (0.9 km).

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