Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThornborough Bridge

Thornborough Bridge

England
List entry 1006953
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Thornborough Bridge is a medieval masonry bridge spanning the River Cherwell in Buckinghamshire, England. The bridge dates from the 14th century and represents a significant example of medieval river crossing infrastructure in the region. It was constructed with stone arches in a style typical of important medieval bridges serving the local road network. The structure has undergone various repairs and modifications over subsequent centuries, reflecting its continued use and importance to local communications.

Thornborough Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006953. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Thornborough Bridge?

Thornborough Bridge is a medieval masonry bridge spanning the River Cherwell in Buckinghamshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006953.

Who is responsible for protecting Thornborough Bridge?

Thornborough 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 1006953.

What other scheduled monuments are near Thornborough Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Roman barrows 200m ENE of Thornborough Bridge (0.2 km), A slight univallate hillfort 600m south east of Home Farm (1.6 km), Norbury: a slight univallate hillfort immediately east of Padbury Mill (3.6 km).

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