Bridge

BRIDGE OVER RIVER WANSBECK

Grade I

A historic bridge of architectural or engineering significance.

This bridge is legally protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. As a Grade I listed building, it is considered to be of exceptional interest - only 2.5% of all listed buildings achieve this status. It has been protected for 57 years.

Post-War Conservation

Listed during a period of increased awareness of heritage conservation following wartime destruction of historic buildings.

Building Type

Bridge

Listed Since

20 October 1969

List Entry

1303956

Nearby Development Sites

No brownfield sites within 2km

What is a Listed Building?

Listed buildings are structures of special architectural or historic interest, protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

  • Grade I: Exceptional interest (2.5%)
  • Grade II*: Particularly important (5.8%)
  • Grade II: Special interest (91.7%)