Scheduled MonumentsWalesRoman Bridge Penmachno
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

Roman Bridge Penmachno

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN189
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Bridge Penmachno is a bridge spanning the River Machno near Penmachno in Conwy, Wales. Despite its name, the structure dates from the post-medieval period rather than the Roman era, reflecting a common folk attribution of substantial stone bridges to Roman construction. The bridge is built of stone and served as an important crossing point for local transport routes in the area. The site is designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the Cadw reference CN189, recognising its historical significance within the local landscape and transport infrastructure.

Roman Bridge Penmachno is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN189. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Bridge Penmachno?

Roman Bridge Penmachno is a bridge spanning the River Machno near Penmachno in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN189.

What period does Roman Bridge Penmachno date from?

Roman Bridge Penmachno 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 Roman Bridge Penmachno?

Roman Bridge Penmachno 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 CN189.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Bridge Penmachno?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fedw Deg Medieval House (1.8 km), Pont Rhyd-Llanfair (2.2 km), Y Foel Cairns (2.5 km).

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