Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTemple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway

Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway

England
List entry 1020638
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Temple Old Bridge is a medieval bridge structure located in Cornwall, England, crossing a watercourse in the vicinity of Temple. The bridge, with its associated ford and causeway, represents a significant example of medieval infrastructure serving local communication and transport needs across the landscape. The monument dates from the medieval period, though the precise construction date remains uncertain within available records. The survival of the ford and causeway adjacent to the bridge indicates the layered development of crossing points at this location, reflecting both planned construction and practical water management strategies typical of medieval settlement patterns in Cornwall.

Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020638. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway?

Temple Old Bridge is a medieval bridge structure located in Cornwall, England, crossing a watercourse in the vicinity of Temple. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020638.

Who is responsible for protecting Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway?

Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway 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 1020638.

What other scheduled monuments are near Temple Old Bridge with adjacent ford and causeway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two early Christian memorial stones 195m north of Welltown (6.1 km), Animal pound called Crowpound (6.4 km), Platform cairn on Goonzion Downs (6.9 km).

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