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 stone arch bridge crossing the Afon Machno in the Conwy Valley, North Wales. Despite its name, the bridge dates from the medieval period rather than the Roman era, though it may occupy a site of Roman crossing significance. The structure demonstrates characteristic medieval masonry construction with a pointed arch, reflecting engineering practices of the medieval Welsh landscape. The bridge remains an important example of medieval river crossing infrastructure in the region and has been substantially maintained to preserve its historic fabric.

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 stone arch bridge crossing the Afon Machno in the Conwy Valley, North 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 the UK.

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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