The Palladian Bridge, Stowe Landscape Garden, Stowe - Buckinghamshire (UA)
Covered bridge built in 1738; attributed to James Gibbs, situated in the south east corner of the pleasure grounds. The bridge is viewed from the west across the Octagon Lake and from the north west and north across Hawkwell Fields. Steady decay of the roof covering, ceiling plaster and masonry. Holding repairs have been carried out, full conservation and repair is planned.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- The Palladian Bridge
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade I
- List Entry Number:
- 1289750
- Local Planning Authority:
- Buckinghamshire (UA)
- Site Type:
- Gardens parks and urban spaces > Garden building
Location
- Building Name:
- The Palladian Bridge
- Locality:
- Stowe Landscape Garden
- Unitary Authority:
- Buckinghamshire (UA)
- Parish:
- Stowe
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Buckingham and Bletchley
- Region:
- London and South East
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Very bad
- Occupancy / Use:
- Not applicable
- Priority:
- A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- A
- Ownership:
- Charity (heritage)
- Designation:
- Listed Building grade I, RPG grade I, CA
Contact Details
Rachel James 0207 973 3700
Next steps
Read more about this historic site on the National Heritage List for England