Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTeston Bridge, over the Medway

Teston Bridge, over the Medway

England
List entry 1005185
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Teston Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Medway near Teston in Kent. The structure dates from the 14th century and represents an important example of medieval river crossing engineering in the region. The bridge is constructed of stone with multiple arches and has survived largely intact through subsequent centuries, retaining features characteristic of its period of construction. It served as a significant crossing point for local traffic and remains an important monument of medieval infrastructure within the Medway valley.

Teston Bridge, over the Medway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005185. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Teston Bridge, over the Medway?

Teston Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Medway near Teston in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005185.

Who is responsible for protecting Teston Bridge, over the Medway?

Teston Bridge, over the Medway 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 1005185.

What other scheduled monuments are near Teston Bridge, over the Medway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including East Farleigh Bridge, over the Medway (2.6 km), Yalding Bridge (3.5 km), World War II Bofors Anti-aircraft gun tower, Pickett-Hamilton fort and pillbox: part of the airfield defences of RAF West Malling fighter station (3.8 km).

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