Built in 1711, it is a Grade II listed building[1] and a Scheduled monument.

It is said to have been built by Sir Henry Gough of nearby Perry Hall.

[4] A crossing has been on the spot since Roman times as this was the exact spot where Ryknild Street (today's Aldridge Road) crossed the river, giving rise to the local placename, "Holford".

Written evidence of this crossing date back to as early as 1509 when there was mention of a field, named "Bridge Meadow", being located nearby.

A replacement bridge, in Art Deco style, built in 1932, stands alongside, and carries vehicular traffic on the route.