Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRowsley Bridge

Rowsley Bridge

England
List entry 1007060
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rowsley Bridge is a stone bridge of medieval construction spanning the River Wye in Derbyshire. The bridge exhibits characteristic features of medieval engineering, with its arched stone spans designed to carry traffic across the river whilst withstanding flood conditions. Its exact dating remains uncertain, though the structure is recognised as a significant example of medieval bridge building in the Peak District region. The bridge has undergone repairs and modifications across the centuries to maintain its function as a crossing point along local routes.

Rowsley Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007060. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rowsley Bridge?

Rowsley Bridge is a stone bridge of medieval construction spanning the River Wye in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007060.

Who is responsible for protecting Rowsley Bridge?

Rowsley 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 1007060.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rowsley Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moot Low bowl barrow (9.5 km), Black Rakes, Welshmans Venture and Bondog Hole Mines, and Merry Tom and Thumper Sitch Levels (9.7 km), Entrance to Long Sough west of Allen's Hill (9.8 km).

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