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 masonry arch bridge crossing the River Teifi in Ceredigion, Wales, constructed during the eighteenth century. The bridge represents an important example of post-medieval transport infrastructure serving the local community and facilitating communication across the river valley. Its stone construction and arch design reflect the engineering practices typical of the period, utilising locally available materials for durability and functionality. The bridge remains a significant historical structure in the landscape, testament to the development of transport networks in rural Wales during the early modern period.

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 masonry arch bridge crossing the River Teifi in Ceredigion, Wales, constructed during 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 Britain.

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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