Historic bridges · South West England
Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour
In or near Silton.
Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour, you can reach it by train to Gillingham station, which is 0.6 km away. The postcode for navigation is SP8 4NA, and entry to the bridge is free. The site is accessible to visitors.
About
Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1305014). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details ST 8026 GILLINGHAM WYKE STREET 12/158 Bridge carrying Wyke Street over the River Stour. GV II Road bridge, dated 'County Bridge 1807'. Greensand ashlar of 2 semi- circular arches. Rounded copings to parapets. (RCHM, Dorset, vol IV, p 30, no 5). Listing NGR: ST8049126485 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 102997 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Gillingham Museum in Dorset showcases local history and culture, featuring exhibits related to the town's heritage. Visitors can explore various artifacts and participate in community events.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is located in Gillingham, South-East England. This structure is a Grade II listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.0374, -2.2796
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Gillingham
- Postcode
- SP8 4NA
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.gillinghammuseum.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26591926 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour?
- Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SP8 4NA), in the parish of Gillingham.
- What is Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour?
- Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SP8 4NA.
- Is Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour a listed building?
- Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour a protected site?
- Yes — Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is part of the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour free to visit?
- Yes, Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bridge Carrying Wyke Street Over The River Stour?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP8 4NA.