Scheduled MonumentsWalesCarew Bridge
Medieval · Bridge

Carew Bridge

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE083
Period
Medieval
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carew Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located near Carew Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The bridge dates from the fifteenth century and was constructed to carry traffic across the Eastern Cleddau river, serving as a key crossing point for the local transport network. Built in stone with a single arch, the structure demonstrates the solid masonry techniques characteristic of late medieval bridge construction in Wales. The bridge remains substantially intact and represents an important example of civil engineering infrastructure from the period, reflecting the strategic importance of river crossings in medieval Pembrokeshire.

Carew Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE083. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carew Bridge?

Carew Bridge is a medieval stone bridge located near Carew Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE083.

What period does Carew Bridge date from?

Carew Bridge dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a bridge. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Carew Bridge?

Carew Bridge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is PE083.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carew Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Manorbier Dovecot (6.2 km), Manorbier Castle (6.3 km), King's Quoit Burial Chamber (6.6 km).

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