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Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl

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Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-mid, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
15 min–30 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 16375). 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: Part of an important group of canal structures at the former Garthmyl wharf. History: The Montgomeryshire Canal was built as far as Garthmyl 1794-1797, and extended in 1815. This bridge is the first to be built as part of the extension of the canal to Newtown. Exterior: Red brick single arch span, with blue brick to parapet (representing a later rebuilding); rusticated stone string course at foot of parapet. Location: Carries the former main Newtown-Welshpool road over the Montgomery Canal immediately north of the Nags Head Public House.

From Cadw under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal is located in Garthmyl, Mid Wales. This structure is designated as a Grade II listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.

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Coordinates
52.5835, -3.1907
District
Powys
Parish
Berriew
Postcode
SY15 6RS
Parliamentary constituency
Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl?
Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY15 6RS), in the parish of Berriew.
Is Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl a listed building?
Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl free to visit?
Yes, Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl is free to enter.
How do I get to Bridge 131 Over The Montgomeryshire Canal, Garthmyl?
Drivers can navigate to postcode SY15 6RS. It sits within the Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr parliamentary constituency.