Monument record MRM 052 - Martlesham Bridge
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Summary
Bridge over River Fynn shown on Saxton's 1575, Speed's 1610, Bowen's 1755 and Hodskinson's 1783 maps (S1)(S2)(S3)(S4).
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 2525 4730 (42m by 46m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM24NE |
| Civil Parish | MARTLESHAM, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Bridge over River Fynn shown on Saxton's 1575, Speed's 1610, Bowen's 1755 and Hodskinson's 1783 maps (S1)(S2)(S3)(S4). Construction date unknown. Precise location and history not checked.
In 1880 said to be on Yarmouth turnpike with `three brick arches. Centre arch, segmental, 17 feet chord. Two side arches, semi-circular, 12 feet chord. Brick parapets and stone coping. Line of post and rail guard fence at each end. Date on keystone, "1775". Roadway 14 feet 4 inches' (S5).
Sources/Archives (6)
- <S1> SSF7563 Cartographic materials: Hodskinson, J.. 1783. The County of Suffolk surveyed.
- <S2> SSF1406 Cartographic materials: Bowen E. 1755. Accurate Map of the County of Suffolk.
- <S3> SSF21014 (No record type): Saxton C, map, SVFFOLCIAE, 1575.
- <S4> SSF21465 (No record type): Speed J, map, SUFFOLKE, 1610.
- <S5> SSF4183 (No record type): County of Suffolk: List of County Bridges in the E Division, 1880.
- <S6> SSF50161 Cartographic materials: John Ogilby. 1675. John Ogilby's Travellers Guide.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Mar 4 2015 3:01PM