Historic bridges · Mid Wales
Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth
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Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 7472). 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
Reason for designation: Included as of group value with Tower House and Bridge End House at the centre of the town. Exterior: Road bridge, possibly late medieval in origin when the river crossing was guarded by Tower House. A segmental arch of red sandstone rubble, not laid radially, of approximately 3m width carrying a slightly hog-backed carriageway. Widened firstly by approximately 1.5m on the N side, also of rubble but of more regular narrow stone slab construction, laid radially, and further widened in C20 on S for a pedestrian path. Parapet masonry is slightly advanced over the arch stonework, and carries a flat coping. There is a vertical break on the W side of the north face, beyond which the masonry is battered, darker below, carrying the road at the same level. The S parapet, partially rebuilt, continues to opposite the SE corner of Tower House curving back to the entry to Bridge House. Location: Located at the centre of the town, spanning the River Enig, and adjoining the Tower House.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Talgarth Bridge, formerly listed as Tower Bridge over the River Enig, is located on High Street in Talgarth, South Wales. This Grade II listed building is notable for its historical significance and architectural features.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9957, -3.2326
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Talgarth
- Postcode
- LD3 0BP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- Phone
- +44 1874 711352
- Official site
- www.talgarthmill.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q29486487 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth?
- Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD3 0BP), in the parish of Talgarth.
- What is Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth?
- Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth?
- Drivers can use postcode LD3 0BP.
- Is Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth a listed building?
- Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth free to visit?
- Yes, Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth is free to enter.
- How do I get to Talgarth Bridge (Formerly Listed as Tower Bridge Over The River Enig), High Street, Talgarth?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LD3 0BP. It sits within the Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe parliamentary constituency.