Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlechryd Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Llechryd Bridge

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD002
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Llechryd Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Teifi in Ceredigion, Wales, dating from the eighteenth century. The bridge is constructed of local stone and represents a significant example of Georgian-period bridge engineering in the region, serving as an important river crossing on routes through the Teifi valley. Its robust masonry construction and functional design reflect the practical requirements of post-medieval transport infrastructure in rural Wales. The bridge continues to carry traffic and remains a notable monument of its period in the Ceredigion landscape.

Llechryd Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD002. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llechryd Bridge?

Llechryd Bridge is a stone arch bridge crossing the River Teifi in Ceredigion, Wales, dating from the eighteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD002.

What period does Llechryd Bridge date from?

Llechryd 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 Llechryd Bridge?

Llechryd 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 CD002.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llechryd Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Maen Colman (5.4 km), Parc-y-Domen (5.6 km), Inscribed Stone in St Llawddog's Churchyard, Cenarth (5.6 km).

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