Historic bridges · South Wales
Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel
Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel — 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
- Dog-friendly
About
Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 10920). 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: Attractive late C18 bridge of impressive span by an important Welsh bridge architect. History: Built for Robert Banks Hodgkinson who married Bridget, daughter and heir to Thomas Williams of Edwinsford in 1783. The designer was David Edwards, son of the celebrated bridge-builder William Edwards of Beaupre Cowbridge. David Edwards built several bridges in S Wales, a local example being that at Llandeilo-yr-ynys. Exterior: 1783 bridge by David Edwards. Datestone to centre of inside E parapet wall: " This Bridge is the property of the family of Edwinsford. Rebuilt by Robert Banks Hodgkinson Esq. 1783 ". Wide single-span bridge of stone laid in fine diminuishing courses. Broad elliptical arch, dressed stone voussoirs. Low parapet walls rising to a central point. Location: Edwinsford House is reached at the end of a short driveway off the B4337 1 km SE of Llansawel. The bridge stands some 200m NE of the house over the Cothi River.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford is a Grade II listed bridge located in Llansawel, South Wales. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance within the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9932, -3.9941
- District
- Carmarthenshire
- Parish
- Llansawel
- Postcode
- SA19 7HZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caerfyrddin
Sources
- wikidata: Q29489498 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel?
- Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA19 7HZ), in the parish of Llansawel.
- Is Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel a listed building?
- Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel free to visit?
- Yes, Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bridge Over River Gothi at Edwinsford, Llansawel?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SA19 7HZ. It sits within the Caerfyrddin parliamentary constituency.