Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank
In or near Ampleforth.
Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1149605). 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 AMPLEFORTH AMPLEFORTH ABBEY SE 57 NE 5/4 Bridge from Abbey Precinct across road to 9.9.85 Ampleforth Bank The description shall be amended to read: Footbridge. c1854, restored c1930. Rusticated limestone ashlar. Single span across road with second arch built into the slope of the bank, a further third arch formerly led down into the Abbey precinct, but this has been demolished. Stepped parapet, rebuilt at top c1930. The bridge post-dates a Royal Proclamation issued 15th June 1854 forbidding the wearing of Catholic vestments and ornaments in public, for the bridge was designed to link the abbey with the cemetery on Ampleforth Bank. ------------------------------------ AMPLEFORTH AMPLEFORTH ABBEY SE 57 NE 5/4 Bridge from abbey precinct across road to 9.9.85 Ampleforth Bank GV II Bridge. Probably early C19 in origin with later rebuilding. Rusticated limestone ashlar. Single span across road with a second arch built into the slope of the bank. Stepped parapet, rebuilt at top. In origin the bridge may pre-date the 1829 Catholic Emancipation Act, its purpose being to shield the monks from sight as they crossed the road. Listing NGR: SE5986178930 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 329563 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Howardian Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is a Grade II listed bridge located in Ampleforth, Yorkshire. It serves as a notable connection within the landscape, reflecting the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2026, -1.0838
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Ampleforth
- Postcode
- YO62 4EN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
Sources
- wikidata: Q26442498 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank?
- Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO62 4EN), in the parish of Ampleforth.
- What is Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank?
- Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank?
- Drivers can use postcode YO62 4EN.
- Is Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank a listed building?
- Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank a protected site?
- Yes — Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is part of the Howardian Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank free to visit?
- Yes, Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bridge From Abbey Precinct Across Road To Ampleforth Bank?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode YO62 4EN. It sits within the Thirsk and Malton parliamentary constituency.