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Wakefield Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Calder in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, built in the early fifteenth century. The bridge is notable for its Gothic design, featuring a series of pointed arches and substantial stone piers that reflect the engineering practices of the late medieval period. The structure includes a chapel dedicated to Saint Mary, which was constructed on the bridge itself, a feature characteristic of important medieval bridges in England. The bridge remains a significant example of medieval bridge architecture and continues to carry traffic across the river, having undergone various repairs and reconstructions whilst retaining its essential medieval character.
Wakefield Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005794. View the official record →
Wakefield Bridge is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Calder in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, built in the early fifteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005794.
Wakefield 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 1005794.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lowe Hill motte and bailey castle (1.2 km), Sandal Castle: motte and bailey castle and shell keep castle (2 km), Stanley Ferry aqueduct (3.4 km).
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