Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWallington Bridge

Wallington Bridge

England
List entry 1002903
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wallington Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Northumberland that dates to the medieval period. The bridge spans a watercourse and is constructed of dressed stone in a single arch, characteristic of medieval bridge engineering in the region. Its design and construction reflect the importance of maintaining communication and trade routes across Northumberland's river valleys during the medieval period. The bridge remains substantially intact and survives as evidence of medieval infrastructure development in the area.

Wallington Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002903. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wallington Bridge?

Wallington Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Northumberland that dates to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002903.

Who is responsible for protecting Wallington Bridge?

Wallington 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 1002903.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wallington Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Capheaton tilery (2.5 km), Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters (2.8 km), Standing stone and adjacent round cairn, 760m north east of East Shaftoe Hall (3.7 km).

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