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Monnow Bridge

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Monnow Bridge
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Monnow Bridge built circa 1270, as a town defence, is the only surviving medieval bridge in Britain with the gate tower standing on the bridge. The gatehouse has served as a toll-house, guard room, gaol and dwelling house.

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Monmouth Civic Society; Monmouth Town Council

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Photo: Ian Capper · CC BY-SA 2.0