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Framwellgate Bridge, Durham

Framwellgate Bridge is an early 15th-century bridge across the River Wear in the city of Durham, County Durham. The bridge was built after 1400 to replace one built early in the 12th century for Ranulf Flambard, Bishop of Durham 1099–1128. The current bridge is of two shallow arches, each with several reinforcing ribs. It is within the council area of County Durham.
Historic England Grade I Listed 1322872.

Place Type: Historic Bridge
Historic County: Durham
Lat, Long: 54.77606,-1.5781019
Grid Reference: NZ 2723 4243
Civil Parish: City of Durham CP
Council Area: County Durham CA
Strategic Authority Area: North East SA
Police Area: Durham PA

GBPN ID: 319961
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Framwellgate_Bridge,_Durham_319961

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