Scheduled MonumentsEnglandViator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45

Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45

England
List entry 1006130
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Viator's Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Dove at Milldale in Staffordshire. The bridge dates from the medieval period, though the precise date of construction remains uncertain. It is constructed of ashlar masonry and comprises a single arch, characteristic of medieval bridge design in the Peak District region. The bridge takes its name from the Latin word "viator" meaning traveller, reflecting its historical function as a crossing point for pedestrians and packhorses along local routes through the Dove valley.

Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006130. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45?

Viator's Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Dove at Milldale in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006130.

Who is responsible for protecting Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45?

Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45 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 1006130.

What other scheduled monuments are near Viator's Bridge, Milldale See also DERBYSHIRE 45?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mayfield strip lynchets (8.7 km), Over Low bowl barrow (8.8 km), Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 680m south of Walk Farm (9.2 km).

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