Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242

Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242

England
List entry 1003768
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rushford Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Wissey near the village of Rushford in Norfolk. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and represents a characteristic example of late medieval bridge construction in East Anglia. The bridge was built to facilitate communication and trade across the river valley, serving as an important crossing point for the local medieval community. Its stone construction and surviving architectural details reflect the building practices and engineering knowledge of the period in which it was erected.

Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003768. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242?

Rushford Bridge is a medieval bridge crossing the River Wissey near the village of Rushford in Norfolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003768.

Who is responsible for protecting Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242?

Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242 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 1003768.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Hut Hill, Knettishall Heath (3.1 km), Length of Roman road NE of Barningham Park (3.8 km), Bowl barrow in Brickkiln Covert, Knettishall Heath (3.8 km).

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