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Stow Old Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Midlothian, Scotland, spanning the River Gala near the village of Stow. The bridge dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of early Scottish bridge construction, serving as a vital crossing point for local traffic and trade routes. Built in stone with a modest span, the structure reflects the practical engineering requirements of its era, employing characteristic medieval masonry techniques. The bridge remains a significant historical monument within its landscape, illustrating the development of transportation infrastructure in the Scottish Borders region during the medieval period.
Stow,old bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2855. View the official record →
Stow Old Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located in Midlothian, Scotland, spanning the River Gala near the village of Stow. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2855.
Stow,old bridge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM2855.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Our Lady's Chapel,chapel 350m N of Torsonce (0.7 km), Bow Castle,broch 1000m E of Bow (2.7 km), Windydoors Farm, Bastle (5.3 km).
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