Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Bertram's Bridge, Ilam

St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam

England
List entry 1006109
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Bertram's Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Manifold at Ilam in Staffordshire. The bridge dates from the thirteenth century and represents an important example of medieval river crossing architecture in the Peak District region. Constructed of ashlar stone with a single arch, the structure reflects the engineering practices of its period and has survived substantially intact despite centuries of use. The bridge stands near Ilam village and the ruins of Ilam Hall, forming part of the historic landscape associated with settlement in this part of the Manifold Valley.

St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006109. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam?

St Bertram's Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Manifold at Ilam in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006109.

Who is responsible for protecting St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam?

St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam 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 1006109.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Bertram's Bridge, Ilam?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Row Low bowl barrow (6.4 km), Bowl barrow 70m north-west of The Boxes (6.7 km), Calwich Low bowl barrow (6.8 km).

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