Ancient and listed bridges

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Within Wiltshire there are eight bridges recorded as scheduled ancient monuments and 142 listed structures of historic or architectural importance.

In order to comply with the appropriate legislation when maintenance work is required, Ancient Monument Consent from The Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) or Listed Building Consent must be obtained. The Council generally has to guarantee that “like for like” compatible materials and traditional techniques are used. A small stock of stone and bricks for this purpose is kept and suitable materials are salvaged and recycled whenever possible.

The heritage of the bridge must also be considered when conflict occurs with regard to current Health and Safety regulations. Many listed structures have very low and traditional parapets which do not achieve modern desirable standards, Crane Bridge in Salisbury and Milford Mill Bridge in Laverstock being two examples where ancient and modern conflict.

Last updated: 15 July 2010