Eastern Cleddau site 3, Gelli Bridge

Gelli Bridge is on the confluence of the Eastern Cleddau and the Syfynwy. It is surrounded by agricultural land which is used mainly for wheat, maize and cattle. The bridge was built in the 18th century. The bridge is around 200 years old and the site was used for coracle fishing.  It is still a popular fishing spot.

Gelli Bridge - photo by Deborah Allen

Location
From the A40 take the junction of the B4313 North towards Maenclochog. Turn left at the junction for Gelli and Gelli Bridge is approximately 100 metres along the road, and approximately 10 miles from Haverfordwest.

Access
The site is accessible on the road to Gelli, there is parking for around three vehicles. The riverside is accessible down a grassy slope from the road.

Walks
There is a walk a few miles long from Gelli bridge to LLawhaden.  This is important as a point on the Landsker borderlands Trail, which runs along the eastern bank of the river. The footpath carries on towards Abystree, Dan-y-coed and Llawhaden. The access is restricted as there are stiles to cross to get to the footpath.

Facilities
There is a large grassy area on one side of the river with benches and picnic tables; the other side is smaller with one bench.  The area is a flood plain at times of heavy rainfall, which is indicated by another arch in the bridge further between a field and the large grass area.

Car Parking - photo by Deborah Allen

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