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Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Cenarth Bridge

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM017
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cenarth Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the River Teifi at Cenarth in Carmarthenshire, Wales, constructed in the eighteenth century. The bridge is built of rubble stone with a single arch and represents a characteristic example of Georgian-period bridge engineering in Wales. Its construction reflects the improving transport infrastructure of the region during the post-medieval period, facilitating communication and trade across the river valley. The bridge remains substantially intact and retains its original stonework, serving as a significant example of industrial-era transport infrastructure in Carmarthenshire.

Cenarth Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM017. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cenarth Bridge?

Cenarth Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the River Teifi at Cenarth in Carmarthenshire, Wales, constructed in the eighteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM017.

What period does Cenarth Bridge date from?

Cenarth Bridge dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a bridge. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cenarth Bridge?

Cenarth 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 CM017.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cenarth Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newcastle Emlyn Castle (4.3 km), Maen Colman (6.2 km), Castell Crychydd (6.8 km).

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