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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· South Wales

Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr

In or near Newport.

Free admission

Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr β€” Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.

Millennium Cycle Route Fingerpost - geograph.org.uk - 6867966

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Crosskeys Β· 1.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 22509). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&id=21006

From Cadw under OGL v3.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is located east of Cwmbyr in South Wales, within the parish of Risca West. This structure is designated as a Grade II listed building, highlighting its historical significance and architectural value.

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Coordinates
51.6187, -3.1108
District
Caerphilly
Parish
Risca West
Postcode
NP11 6HA
Parliamentary constituency
Newport West and Islwyn
Nearest railway station
Crosskeys β€” 1.1 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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Black signpost alongside Darran Road, Risca - geograph.org.uk - 3813559πŸ“· 5

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Historic churches Β· South Wales

Church of St Mary Risca

Church of St Mary Risca β€” Grade II listed building-listed church in wales-south, United Kingdom.

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Historic churches Β· South Wales

St Mary and St Mercurius Coptic Orthodox Church

St Mary and St Mercurius Coptic Orthodox Church β€” church in Risca, Caerphilly County Borough, Wales.

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Risca viewed from Medart - geograph.org.uk - 7202479πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· South Wales

Medart

Medart β€” a hill or mountain in wales south.

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Wood carvings in Cwmcarn Forest - geograph.org.uk - 4069399πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· South Wales

Medart

Medart β€” mountain in wales south. Elevation: 384 m.

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Where to eat & stay near Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr

Places to stay

Cwm Carn Lake - geograph.org.uk - 3926028πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· South Wales

Cwmcarn Forest Drive Campsite

Cwmcarn Forest Drive Campsite β€” a campsite in wales south.

Shared-use track by Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal in Cefn - geograph.org.uk - 7012133πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· South Wales

Rising Sun

Rising Sun β€” a hotel in wales south.

β†— therisingsunnewport.co.uk
Shops in Victoria Terrace, Newbridge - geograph.org.uk - 7200014πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· South Wales

Ty Croeso

Ty Croeso β€” a hostel in wales south.

Lane to Pant-ysgawen Farm - geograph.org.uk - 4638088πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· South Wales

CRAI Scout Activity Centre

CRAI Scout Activity Centre β€” a campsite in wales south.

Lane to Pant-ysgawen Farm - geograph.org.uk - 4638088πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· South Wales

Lodge

Lodge β€” a hostel in wales south.

Warning sign alongside the A4051 Cwmbran Drive, Llantarnam, Cwmbran - geograph.org.uk - 6456233πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· South Wales

Parkway Hotel

Parkway Hotel β€” a hotel in wales south.

β†— parkwayhotelandspa.com

Places to eat & drink

Queueing traffic at the edge of Pontymister - geograph.org.uk - 5757056πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· South Wales

Welsh Oak

Welsh Oak in Wales South, United Kingdom.

Milestone, Fourteen Locks Museum - geograph.org.uk - 6864177πŸ“· 7

CafΓ©s Β· South Wales

Fourteen Locks Canal Centre

Fourteen Locks Canal Centre β€” a cafΓ© in wales south.

Free↗ mbact.org.uk
NCN47 passing birch trees in Sirhowy Valley Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 7019516πŸ“· 5

Restaurants Β· South Wales

Islwyn Inn

Islwyn Inn β€” a restaurant in wales south.

β†— islwyninn.co.uk
The former Mynyddislwyn Urban District Council Offices - geograph.org.uk - 5509905πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· South Wales

Penllwyn, Former Manor House Now Penllwyn Arms Public House

Penllwyn, Former Manor House Now Penllwyn Arms Public House in Wales South, United Kingdom.

Harvester in Cwmbran town centre - geograph.org.uk - 6260347πŸ“· 7

Restaurants Β· South Wales

Harvester

Harvester β€” a restaurant in wales south.

β†— harvester.co.uk
Toby Carvery

Restaurants Β· South Wales

Toby Carvery

Toby Carvery β€” a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.

Free↗ tobycarvery.co.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr?
Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP11 6HA), in the parish of Risca West.
What is Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr?
Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr β€” Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr?
The nearest railway station is Crosskeys, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP11 6HA.
Is Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr a listed building?
Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr a protected site?
Yes β€” Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr free to visit?
Yes, Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr is free to enter.
How do I get to Canal Bridge over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal E of Cwmbyr?
The nearest railway station is Crosskeys, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP11 6HA.