Scheduled MonumentsWalesGelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad

Wales
Cadw SAM GM411
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge is a stone bridge forming part of the Abernant Tramroad system in Wales, dating to the early nineteenth century. The structure reflects the period of intensive industrial development in South Wales, when tramroads were constructed to transport coal and other minerals from inland mines to canal and river routes for onward distribution. The bridge demonstrates the engineering solutions employed during this era to accommodate the passage of laden tramway trucks across difficult terrain. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, it represents an important surviving example of early industrial transport infrastructure in the Welsh coalfield.

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM411. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad?

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge is a stone bridge forming part of the Abernant Tramroad system in Wales, dating to the early nineteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM411.

What period does Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad date from?

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad 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 Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad?

Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad 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 GM411.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gelli-Isaf Tramroad Bridge, Abernant Tramroad?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Nos (4.9 km), Remains of Iron Furnace at Cwmaman (5.1 km), Garn Bica (6.1 km).

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