Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlanelltyd Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Llanelltyd Bridge

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME006
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Llanelltyd Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Meirionnydd, Wales, dating from the post-medieval period. The bridge crosses the River Mawddach and represents an important element of the local transport infrastructure serving the communities of the Meirionnydd region. Constructed from stone masonry typical of bridges built during this era, it reflects the practical engineering requirements of crossing significant watercourses in medieval and post-medieval Wales. The bridge remains a notable example of historic transport infrastructure in the area and is designated as a scheduled ancient monument by Cadw.

Llanelltyd Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME006. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llanelltyd Bridge?

Llanelltyd Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in Meirionnydd, Wales, dating from the post-medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME006.

What period does Llanelltyd Bridge date from?

Llanelltyd 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 Llanelltyd Bridge?

Llanelltyd 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 ME006.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llanelltyd Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Maes Coch Deserted Rural Settlement (4.7 km), Maes Coch Hut Circles (4.8 km), Llyn Gafr Standing Stone (5.1 km).

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