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Sedgwick aqueduct is a masonry structure carrying water across the River Kent in Westmorland, constructed during the eighteenth century as part of the regional infrastructure development. The aqueduct was built to serve industrial or domestic water supply needs characteristic of the period's growing demand for reliable water transport. Its stone construction reflects contemporary engineering practices and represents an important example of Georgian-era utility infrastructure in the North West of England. The monument survives as evidence of the area's economic development during this period.
Sedgwick aqueduct is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007095. View the official record →
Sedgwick aqueduct is a masonry structure carrying water across the River Kent in Westmorland, constructed during the eighteenth century as part of the regional infrastructure development. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007095.
Sedgwick aqueduct 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 1007095.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Basingill gunpowder works, 130m south of Force Bridge (0.7 km), New Sedgwick gunpowder works, 580m north of Gate House (1.1 km), Levens Park, round barrows and medieval settlements, including Temple of Diana (1.3 km).
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