The Spiky Bridge is made out of field stones. It was built in 1843 without any mortar or cement.

Stones have been laid vertically along the parapet, giving the bridge a spiky appearance. The ‘spikes’ protect the bridge from harsh winds. Some people claim they were put in place to stop cattle falling over the sides.

Location

The Spiky Bridge is located 7.5 kilometres south of Swansea.

Photo gallery
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1952.
The Spiky Bridge in 1956.
The Spiky Bridge in 1956.
The Spiky Bridge in 1956.
The Spiky Bridge in 1956.
The Spiky Bridge in 1963.
The Spiky Bridge in 1963.
The Spiky Bridge in 1977.
The Spiky Bridge in 1977.
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).
Landscape view of the Spiky Bridge (1980).

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