Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSidford packhorse bridge, Church Street

Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street

England
List entry 1020417
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Sidford packhorse bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Church Street, Sidford, Devon. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as a packhorse route crossing, facilitating the movement of goods and merchants through the Devon landscape during this era. The bridge is constructed of stone and retains the characteristic narrow, arched design typical of packhorse bridges built to accommodate pedestrians and pack animals rather than wheeled traffic. As a recorded ancient monument, it represents an important surviving example of medieval transport infrastructure in Devon.

Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020417. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street?

Sidford packhorse bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Church Street, Sidford, Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020417.

Who is responsible for protecting Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street?

Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street 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 1020417.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sidford packhorse bridge, Church Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sidbury Castle (1.7 km), Bowl barrow in Lee's Plantation, East Hill, 560m east of Higher Rill Farm (4.7 km), Prehistoric field system on the cliffs above Littlecombe Shoot (4.9 km).

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