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 bridge structure associated with the Abernant Tramroad, a Post Medieval transport infrastructure in Wales designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference GM411. The bridge dates from the Industrial period and represents the transportation networks developed to facilitate mineral extraction and coal distribution in south Wales during the nineteenth century. As part of the Abernant Tramroad system, it served to carry the tramway across difficult terrain, forming part of the wider industrial heritage of the Rhondda Valley region. The structure reflects the engineering practices of the tramroad era, a transitional period between purely horse-drawn haulage systems and mechanised rail transport.

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 bridge structure associated with the Abernant Tramroad, a Post Medieval transport infrastructure in Wales designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference GM411. 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 Britain.

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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