Monnow Bridge is the only surviving mediaeval fortified river bridge in Britain where the gate tower stands on the bridge. As such, the bridge is Grade I-listed and has been designated as a Scheduled Monument. According to the local tradition, building work commenced in 1272 to replace a Norman timber bridge.

JEANETTE

October 1, 2020

Easy walk around Monmouth town centre. Not hard at all. Plenty of available parking and places to eat and drink. Monmouth is a border town and has a long military history. The Roman's founded a garrison here and called it Blestium.

Roy

August 28, 2023

The oldest fortified bridge in Great Britain. Built 1272

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Elevation 20 m

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Monnow St, Monmouth NP25 3EG

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Location: Monmouth, Monmouthshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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