Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136

Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136

England
List entry 1006835
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wansford Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Nene in Huntingdonshire, constructed in the medieval period and substantially rebuilt in the eighteenth century. The bridge retains medieval elements in its structure, including pointed arches characteristic of Gothic construction, though much of the visible masonry dates from later restoration and rebuilding campaigns. It represents an important crossing point on a historic route through the Nene Valley and has served as a significant communication link between settlements in the region for centuries. The bridge's successive phases of construction and repair reflect changing engineering practices and the ongoing importance of river crossings to local medieval and post-medieval communities.

Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006835. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136?

Wansford Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Nene in Huntingdonshire, constructed in the medieval period and substantially rebuilt in the eighteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006835.

Who is responsible for protecting Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136?

Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136 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 1006835.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wansford Bridge See also CAMBRIDGESHIRE 136?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Henge, ring ditch and prehistoric settlement remains, 450m west of High Holborn Lodge (3.1 km), The fort and Roman walled town of Durobrivae and its south, west and east suburbs, immediately south and east of Water Newton Village (4.6 km), Earthworks of Abbot of Ramsey's Manor (5.4 km).

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