Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland (Bishop Auckland)
Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland 2006
Newton Cap Bridge 2006
Newton Cap Bridge 2006
Oblique view of approach to Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
Oblique view across Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
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Oblique view across footpath of Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
.jpg "View from footpath of Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland down to the river July 2016")
View from footpath of Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland down to the river July 2016
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Stone entrance to the steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
View of east parapet south end leading to steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
Second view of east parapet south end leading to steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
View of bridge from the steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
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View of bridge and river from steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
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Second view of bridge and river from steps down from Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
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Close up view of underside of Newton Cap Bridge, Bishop Auckland July 2016
A medieval bridge was first recorded here in 1314. By 1565 it was in a poor state. It has two high arches, and a gateway stood at the south end. The bridge is in good condition, though it has had modern walkways added.
| Reference number: | D37438 |
| Historical period: | Post Medieval (1540 to 1901) Victorian (1837 to 1901) Medieval (1066 to 1540) 21st Century (2001 to 2100) |
| Legal status: | Listed Building • National Heritage List for England Entry Number: 1292118 Scheduled Monument • National Heritage List for England Entry Number: 1005581 |
See also:
Source of Reference
Local History of Bishop Auckland
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