Sometimes referred to as Monmouth Bridge, Monnow Bridge is a charming medieval stone gated crossing, the last fortified river bridge in Britain. Once, this kind of crossing was a common sight right across Europe, but today few remain. Due to its historical importance, Monnow Bridge is a Grade-I listed building and a scheduled monument.

Chloe K

March 3, 2019

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The oldest medieval bridge in Britain

Adie

October 12, 2022

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The bridge crossing the River Monnow is the only surviving medieval fortified river bridge in Britain where the gate tower stands on the bridge.

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

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