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Wilton Bridge

England
List entry 1001769
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wilton Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Wye near Wilton in Herefordshire. The bridge dates from the medieval period and reflects the importance of river crossings in the local medieval economy and communications network. Its construction in stone indicates the significance of the crossing and the resources available to those who commissioned it. The bridge remains a substantial physical example of medieval engineering in the Welsh borderlands region.

Wilton Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001769. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wilton Bridge?

Wilton Bridge is a stone bridge crossing the River Wye near Wilton in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001769.

Who is responsible for protecting Wilton Bridge?

Wilton 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 1001769.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wilton Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: section 480m south east of Stowfield Farm (7 km), Offa's Dyke: section 330m south west of Stowfield Farm (7.1 km), Offa's Dyke: section 650m south west of Stowfield Farm (7.5 km).

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