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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· South West England

Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court

In or near Maisemore.

Free admission

Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court β€” Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Gloucester Β· 4.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit the Bridge and Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, you can take a train to Gloucester station, which is approximately 4.2 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is GL2 8DP. Entry to the site is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1340326). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2024

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Heritage listing

Details HIGHNAM SO 7819-7919 9/34 Bridge and dam over lake near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court GV II Bridge and dam. Mid C19 for T. Gambier-Parry. English bond brickwork, ashlar balustrade, course, squared stone below arch. Wide central section with narrower side. Downstream elevation, 2 piers each side central opening, segmental blue brick arch over. Smaller, rectangular opening near top of arch, infilled stone to form dam and cascade. Above moulded stone base, balustrade in 3 lengths with plain piers, moulded stone cap. Bridge formed part of garden work around house, carrying drive from Chepstow Lodge over foot of lake. Forms group with Highnam Court and terraces, (q.v.). Listing NGR: SO7956219174 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 134325 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Bridge and Dam over Lake near Chepstow Lodge is located in Highnam, Gloucestershire, within the West Midlands. This structure is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance and architectural merit.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.8708, -2.2983
County
Gloucestershire
District
Tewkesbury
Parish
Highnam
Postcode
GL2 8DP
Parliamentary constituency
Forest of Dean
Nearest railway station
Gloucester β€” 4.2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court?
Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL2 8DP), in the parish of Highnam.
What is Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court?
Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court β€” Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court?
The nearest railway station is Gloucester, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL2 8DP.
Is Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court a listed building?
Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court a protected site?
Yes β€” Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
Is Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court free to visit?
Yes, Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court is free to enter.
How do I get to Bridge And Dam Over Lake Near Chepstow Lodge, Highnam Court?
The nearest railway station is Gloucester, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL2 8DP.