Scheduled MonumentsWalesNewcastle Emlyn Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Newcastle Emlyn Bridge

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM087
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Newcastle Emlyn Bridge is a Post Medieval and Modern period bridge located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, crossing the River Teifi at Newcastle Emlyn. The bridge represents an important crossing point in the local transport network serving the small market town of Newcastle Emlyn, which developed as a significant settlement in the region. Its construction reflects the evolution of bridge engineering during the Post Medieval and Modern periods, accommodating the increasing demands of local traffic and commerce. The bridge remains a key architectural feature of the town and is recognised as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection.

Newcastle Emlyn Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM087. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Newcastle Emlyn Bridge?

Newcastle Emlyn Bridge is a Post Medieval and Modern period bridge located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, crossing the River Teifi at Newcastle Emlyn. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM087.

What period does Newcastle Emlyn Bridge date from?

Newcastle Emlyn 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 Newcastle Emlyn Bridge?

Newcastle Emlyn 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 CM087.

What other scheduled monuments are near Newcastle Emlyn Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Crug Gorllwyn Round Barrow (6.9 km), Nant Sais Round Barrow (7.7 km), Carreg Wen Standing Stone (8.9 km).

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