Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal

Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal

England
List entry 1003673
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wappenshall canal bridge is a listed structure spanning the Shropshire Union Canal in Shropshire. The bridge dates from the early nineteenth century, constructed during the period of canal development in the Midlands. It is a brick-built structure typical of utilitarian canal architecture of this era, serving to maintain local connectivity across the waterway. The bridge represents an important element of the canal transport infrastructure that facilitated commercial distribution and industrial development in the region during the nineteenth century.

Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003673. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal?

Wappenshall canal bridge is a listed structure spanning the Shropshire Union Canal in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003673.

Who is responsible for protecting Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal?

Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal 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 1003673.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wappenshall canal bridge, Shropshire Union Canal?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wall Camp in the Weald Moors: a large low-lying multivallate hillfort (3.7 km), St Leonard's Priory immediately adjacent to the Church of St Mary and St Leonard, Wombridge (4.1 km), Canal aqueduct over River Tern (4.6 km).

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