Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave

The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave

England
List entry 1005077
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave is a stone bridge crossing the River Soar in Leicestershire. Despite its name, the bridge dates from the medieval period rather than the Roman era, and comprises a multi-arch stone structure of considerable age. The bridge represents an important piece of local infrastructure and has been substantially rebuilt and repaired over the centuries, with various phases of construction and alteration evident in its fabric. It remains a significant crossing point and survives as a testament to medieval engineering and the longstanding importance of river crossings in the Leicestershire landscape.

The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005077. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave?

The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave is a stone bridge crossing the River Soar in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005077.

Who is responsible for protecting The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave?

The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave 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 1005077.

What other scheduled monuments are near The 'Roman' bridge, Belgrave?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Jewry Wall: remains of a Roman bath house, palaestra and Anglo-Saxon church (3 km), Greyfriars, Leicester (3.1 km), Leicester Castle and the Magazine Gateway (3.3 km).

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