Scheduled MonumentsWalesPont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME028
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge is a post-medieval bridge located in Meirionnydd, Wales. The structure dates from the post-medieval period and represents an important element of the region's transport infrastructure development during this era. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection, the bridge reflects the engineering practices and construction methods employed in Welsh bridge building during the transition from medieval to modern periods. The bridge's survival and official designation indicate its archaeological and historical significance to understanding the evolution of communication routes and settlement patterns in Meirionnydd.

Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME028. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge?

Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge is a post-medieval bridge located in Meirionnydd, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME028.

What period does Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge date from?

Pont Tai-Hirion Old 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 Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge?

Pont Tai-Hirion Old 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 ME028.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pont Tai-Hirion Old Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut group SSW of Cefngarw, Ysbyty (2.2 km), Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of (3.7 km), Arenig Fawr Cairn (3.7 km).

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