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Stanhope Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Wear in Stanhope, County Durham. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents an important crossing point on what was a significant route through the Pennines. It is constructed of stone with a simple arched design characteristic of medieval bridge engineering in northern England. The bridge remains an important historical monument, reflecting the settlement patterns and communication networks of medieval County Durham.
Stanhope Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002363. View the official record →
Stanhope Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Wear in Stanhope, County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002363.
Stanhope 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 1002363.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Market cross, 35m and 50m south of St Thomas' Church (1.2 km), Cairnfield on Crawley Edge, 500m north west of Hill Crest (1.6 km), Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works (4.3 km).
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