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Historic bridges Β· Scottish Lowlands

Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum

In or near Ancrum.

Free admission

Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Ancrum Old Parish Church - geograph.org.uk - 587723

Walter Baxter β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB4240). 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

Category B Date Added 16/03/1971 Local Authority Scottish Borders Planning Authority Scottish Borders Parish Ancrum NGR NT 62206 24871 Coordinates 362206, 624871 β€” Single hump backed bridge across the Ale Water - Smaller approach arches on either side and splayed outwaters - Mostly early 19th century but probably a widening of an earlier mediaeval bridge.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Bridge Over The Ale Water is located at Ancrum Old Parish Church in central Scotland, postcode TD8. This structure is designated as a category B listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.

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Coordinates
55.5161, -2.6001
Postcode
TD8 6UJ
Parliamentary constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum?
Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD8 6UJ).
What is Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum?
Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum?
Drivers can use postcode TD8 6UJ.
Is Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum a listed building?
Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum free to visit?
Yes, Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum is free to enter.
How do I get to Bridge Over The Ale Water At Ancrum Old Parish Church, Ancrum?
Drivers can navigate to postcode TD8 6UJ. It sits within the Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk parliamentary constituency.