Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTrinity Bridge

Trinity Bridge

England
List entry 1005051
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Trinity Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Crowland, Lincolnshire, England. The bridge dates from the fourteenth century and is a distinctive triangular structure with three arches, each spanning different watercourses that formerly converged at this point. It was constructed to serve the substantial Abbey of Crowland and its community, and its unusual three-sided design reflects the practical engineering solution required to cross the multiple water channels that characterised the fenland landscape. The bridge survives as a notable example of medieval engineering adapted to the specific topographical challenges of the Lincolnshire Fens.

Trinity Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005051. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trinity Bridge?

Trinity Bridge is a medieval bridge located in Crowland, Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005051.

Who is responsible for protecting Trinity Bridge?

Trinity 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 1005051.

What other scheduled monuments are near Trinity Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 570m north east of Slipe Farm (4.4 km), Bowl barrow 880m south west of Singlecote Cottage (4.8 km), Roman field system and drove at Pode Hole Farm (6.9 km).

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