Caerleon Bridge, Road bridge in Caerleon, Wales
Description
Caerleon Bridge is a stone road bridge spanning the River Usk with three elliptical arches built from red sandstone and distinctive projecting cutwaters along its sides. A separate steel and concrete footbridge was added in 1974 to provide safe pedestrian crossing alongside vehicular traffic.
History
The bridge was constructed between 1806 and 1812 by David Edwards and his two sons William and Thomas to replace an earlier wooden structure. It was later designated as a Grade II listed building, marking its importance as a protected historical structure.
Culture
The bridge stands as a Grade II listed structure, marking the southern entrance to Caerleon, a town known for its extensive Roman archaeological remains.
Practical
The bridge can be approached from both sides and offers a clear path for vehicles and pedestrians to cross. Be careful on wet days as the red sandstone surfaces can become slippery for pedestrians.
Did you know?
A foundation stone from the original Newport Bridge is embedded in the stonework with an inscription about the Edwards family. This detail connects the current structure with the earlier bridge it replaced.
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