Scheduled MonumentsEngland'Sheepwash' Bridge

'Sheepwash' Bridge

England
List entry 1007064
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sheepwash Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Derbyshire, England. The structure dates to the medieval period and served as a crossing point over a watercourse, reflecting the practical infrastructure requirements of its era. The bridge exhibits characteristics typical of medieval construction, with stone masonry forming its essential structural elements. As a scheduled monument, Sheepwash Bridge represents an important survival of medieval civil engineering within the Derbyshire landscape.

'Sheepwash' Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007064. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is 'Sheepwash' Bridge?

Sheepwash Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007064.

Who is responsible for protecting 'Sheepwash' Bridge?

'Sheepwash' 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 1007064.

What other scheduled monuments are near 'Sheepwash' Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Friden Hollow bowl barrow (8.5 km), Borther Low bowl barrow (8.8 km), Long Dale bowl barrow (8.8 km).

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