Scheduled MonumentsWalesPont y Pair
Medieval · Bridge

Pont y Pair

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN032
Period
Medieval
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pont y Pair is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Conwy at Conwy in North Wales. The bridge dates from the fifteenth century and represents an important example of late medieval bridge construction in Wales, built to facilitate communication and trade across the river. Its sturdy stone construction with multiple arches reflects the engineering standards of the period and the strategic importance of crossing points in medieval settlement patterns. The bridge remains substantially intact and forms part of Conwy's significant medieval townscape, which also includes the famous castle and town walls built by Edward I.

Pont y Pair is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN032. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pont y Pair?

Pont y Pair is a medieval stone bridge crossing the River Conwy at Conwy in North Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN032.

What period does Pont y Pair date from?

Pont y Pair dates from the medieval 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 y Pair?

Pont y Pair 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 CN032.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pont y Pair?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hafodlas Slate Quarry Mills and Associated Features (1.3 km), Fedw Deg Medieval House (3.4 km), Capel Garmon Chambered Tomb (3.6 km).

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