Historic bridges · North Wales
Pont y Bala
Pont y Bala — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-north, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Pont y Bala is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-north, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 4908). 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: Listed as an imposing bridge of C17 origin, historically the main approach to the town of Bala. History: Road bridge, probably of C17 origin, and presumably that shown in a sketch of Bala by Thomas Dinley in 1684. The bridge has been doubled in width on the downriver side within the last few decades. Exterior: Long road bridge of rough-dressed rubble construction, snecked to the downriver side. The bridge has 4 segmental arches recessed below archrings of narrow stones; half-height triangular cutwaters to both sides, continuing to parapet height as shallow pilasters on the downriver side. Flat carriageway and plain, coped parapets. Cemented arch soffits; 3 pairs of modern street lights. Location: Spanning the Afon Tryweryn and carrying the main road at the NE approach to the town.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Pont y Bala is a bridge located in North Wales. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, highlighting its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9133, -3.5933
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Llandderfel
- Postcode
- LL23 7NW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Sources
- wikidata: Q29484302 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pont y Bala?
- Pont y Bala is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL23 7NW), in the parish of Llandderfel.
- Is Pont y Bala a listed building?
- Pont y Bala is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Pont y Bala free to visit?
- Yes, Pont y Bala is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pont y Bala?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LL23 7NW. It sits within the Dwyfor Meirionnydd parliamentary constituency.