Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRuthern Bridge with adjacent ford

Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford

England
List entry 1020810
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford is a medieval bridge and crossing point located in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises both a stone bridge structure and an associated ford, representing a practical solution to river crossing that reflects the dual-use approach common in medieval rural infrastructure. The bridge dates from the medieval period and would have served to facilitate communication and commerce across the local watercourse. The presence of the adjacent ford indicates that this crossing point retained flexibility for different types of traffic and water conditions typical of pre-modern river crossings.

Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020810. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford?

Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford is a medieval bridge and crossing point located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020810.

Who is responsible for protecting Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford?

Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford 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 1020810.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ruthern Bridge with adjacent ford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holy well NW of Roche Station (5.8 km), Medieval wayside cross at Lockengate (5.8 km), Three bowl barrows between 120m and 820m south of Brynn Barton Cottage (6.3 km).

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