Historic bridges · South Wales
Merthyr Road Railway Bridge
In or near Rhigos.
Merthyr Road Railway Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdare · 2.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Merthyr Road Railway Bridge is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 81246). 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=81246
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Merthyr Road Railway Bridge is a Grade II listed bridge located in South Wales. It is recognised for its architectural significance and contribution to the region's railway heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7345, -3.4625
- District
- Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parish
- Llwydcoed
- Postcode
- CF44 0UT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdare — 2.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29504430 (CC0)
Other places nearby
Llwydcoed War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
Aberdare Cemetery
Cemeteries · 1.0 km
St Fagan's Church
Historic churches · 1.3 km
Ysguborwen
Gardens · 1.3 km
Heol-y-Felin Welsh Baptist Chapel
Historic churches · 1.4 km
Bryn Seion Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel
Historic churches · 1.4 km
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Ebenezer Welsh Independent Chapel
Chapels · 1.5 km
Iron Tram Bridge, Robertstown
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Hen Dy Cwrdd Unitarian Chapel
Historic churches · 1.5 km
Coliseum Theatre
Theatres · 1.6 km
Aberdare Park
Parks · 1.7 km
Islamic Centre Aberdare
Historic churches · 1.8 km
Nearby
📷 5Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Llwydcoed War Memorial
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📷 4Cemeteries · South Wales
Aberdare Cemetery
Aberdare Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · South Wales
St Fagan's Church
St Fagan's Church — Grade II listed building-listed church in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Heol-y-Felin Welsh Baptist Chapel
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Bryn Seion Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel
Bryn Seion Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel — Grade II listed building-listed church in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Merthyr Road Railway Bridge
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · South Wales
Dare Valley Country Park Accommodation
Dare Valley Country Park Accommodation — a hostel in wales south.
📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
Grawen Caravan & Camping Park
Grawen Caravan & Camping Park — a caravan park in wales south.
📷 5Hotels · South Wales
The Hendrewen Hotel
The Hendrewen Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
📷 5
📷 7Hotels · South Wales
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 5Restaurants · South Wales
Sultan of Wales
Sultan of Wales — a restaurant in wales south.
📷 5Historic pubs · 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.
📷 3Restaurants · South Wales
Upper Boat Inn
Upper Boat Inn — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: pizza. Brand: Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery.
📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
White Hart
White Hart — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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Restaurants · South Wales
Toby Carvery
Toby Carvery — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Merthyr Road Railway Bridge?
- Merthyr Road Railway Bridge is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF44 0UT), in the parish of Llwydcoed.
- What is Merthyr Road Railway Bridge?
- Merthyr Road Railway Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Merthyr Road Railway Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdare, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF44 0UT.
- Is Merthyr Road Railway Bridge a listed building?
- Merthyr Road Railway Bridge is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Merthyr Road Railway Bridge free to visit?
- Yes, Merthyr Road Railway Bridge is free to enter.
- How do I get to Merthyr Road Railway Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdare, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF44 0UT.