Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt Asaph Bridge
Post Medieval/Modern · Bridge

St Asaph Bridge

Flintshire, Wales
Cadw SAM FL026
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Bridge
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Asaph Bridge is a post-medieval bridge crossing the River Elwy near St Asaph in Flintshire, Wales. The bridge represents an important example of transport infrastructure development in the region, facilitating communication and trade across the river valley. Its construction dates to the post-medieval period, reflecting the period's growing investment in improved road networks and river crossings throughout Wales. The bridge's design and construction methods are characteristic of the engineering practices employed during its era of development.

St Asaph Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference FL026. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Asaph Bridge?

St Asaph Bridge is a post-medieval bridge crossing the River Elwy near St Asaph in Flintshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference FL026.

What period does St Asaph Bridge date from?

St Asaph 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 Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Asaph Bridge?

St Asaph 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 FL026.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Asaph Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including New Foxhall House (6.7 km), New Foxhall Dovecot (6.8 km), Old Foxhall Earth Circle (6.8 km).

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