Medieval Exe Bridges Exeter

The medieval bridge at Exe Bridges in Exeter, Devon is one of the finest examples of a surviving medieval bridge in England. This is the story of its construction, use and history.
Timestamps:
0:00 - 0:31 Introduction
0:32 - 0:49 Location
0:50 - 1:03 What was there before?
1:04 - 1:42 Bridge construction
1:43 - 2:13 The church of St. Edmunds
2:14 - 2:37 The chantry chapel and church of St. Thomas
2:38 - 2:52 The houses and shops
2:53 - 3:42 After the medieval bridge
3:43 - Outro
In these videos archaeologist Charlotte Coles will be taking some exciting tours of sites in Devon, Somerset and further afield. There will of course be forts, but also churches, prehistoric settlements and lots of other monuments.
Music: Acoustic Breeze from Bensound.com
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[@thra5herxb12s]

I sat here and enjoyed my lunch for many fine Summers. You still have a few gems to record, and I hope you have a great time finding them all.

[@WhatTheFort]

Thanks very much 😀

[@interlinga]

Great video. I never realised the bridge was so old. Thanks for making this. 👍🏼

[@WhatTheFort]

Thanks so much for watching, we are glad you enjoyed it.

[@11thfoot1812]

Good video, but please wear a microphone as you were drowned out by the passing traffic.

[@WhatTheFort]

Thanks for commenting. We have now invested in a microphone. Do check out our latest videos and hopefully you will see the improvement.