Plaque

Homerton Footpath Bridge

Inscription

Homerton Footpath Bridge - a scheduled ancient monument opened in 1830.
Bow Heritage Trail

Being a 'scheduled ancient monument' means that it is recognised as a nationally important archaeological site or historic building, and given protection against unauthorised change. This legislation began in 1882 with a list of 68 entries. The list now holds about 20,000.

Site: Homerton Footpath Bridge (1 memorial)

E3, Parnell Road

The plaque is towards the top of the wall on the left of our photograph.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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Homerton Footpath Bridge

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Homerton Footpath Bridge

Also known as the Parnell Road Bridge. Opened in conjunction with the Hertfor...

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