Scheduled MonumentsWalesCrickhowell Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Crickhowell Bridge

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR005
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crickhowell Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the River Usk in Breconshire, Wales, dating from the early medieval period though substantially rebuilt in the post-medieval era. The structure comprises a series of rounded arches constructed in coursed stone and represents an important crossing point that has facilitated trade and communication through the Usk valley for centuries. The bridge underwent significant reconstruction and repair during the post-medieval and modern periods to accommodate increasing traffic and maintain structural integrity. Its designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument reflects its historical importance as a key piece of transport infrastructure and its contribution to the heritage landscape of medieval Wales.

Crickhowell Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR005. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crickhowell Bridge?

Crickhowell Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the River Usk in Breconshire, Wales, dating from the early medieval period though substantially rebuilt in the post-medieval era. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR005.

What period does Crickhowell Bridge date from?

Crickhowell 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 the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Crickhowell Bridge?

Crickhowell 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 BR005.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crickhowell Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Brake Engine on Hill Pits Tramroad Incline (8.7 km), Coal and Iron Ore Workings West of Abergavenny Road, Blaenavon (8.7 km), Pwll Du Tunnel (8.8 km).

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