Scheduled MonumentsWalesHolt Bridge
Medieval · Bridge

Holt Bridge

Denbighshire, Wales
Cadw SAM DE024
Period
Medieval
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Holt Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Dee near Holt in Denbighshire, Wales. The bridge dates from the late medieval period and represents an important example of medieval bridge engineering in North Wales, serving as a key crossing point for trade and communication across the river. The structure exhibits characteristics typical of medieval bridge construction, with stone arches supporting the carriageway. As a scheduled monument under Cadw's protection, the bridge remains a significant testament to medieval Welsh infrastructure and river crossing technology.

Holt Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference DE024. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Holt Bridge?

Holt Bridge is a medieval stone bridge spanning the River Dee near Holt in Denbighshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference DE024.

What period does Holt Bridge date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Holt Bridge?

Holt 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 DE024.

What other scheduled monuments are near Holt Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Farndon Holt Bridge Also in Clwyd: Wales (0 km), Holt Castle (0.6 km), Fishponds at Esp Hill (0.8 km).

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