Menai Suspension Bridge Tapestries

The suspension bridge crossing the Menai Straits, connecting the island of Anglesey to mainland Wales viewed here from Anglesey. Before the bridge, the only means of crossing was by ferry - risky due to the fast flowing waters of the Straits. Cattle going to market on the mainland had to swim over - many being swept away by the currents! The bridge was designed by Thomas Telford, work starting in 1819 and finishing in 1826. It was designed so tall ships could sail undeneath.

Menai Bridge, Anglesey - North Wales

An original illustration featuring the Menai Straits and Menai Suspension Bridge, connecting Anglesey and mainland Wales.

One of the most iconic views and viewing points of Snowdonia and Anglesey - that of the Menai Straits looking across to the Thomas Telford Suspension Bridge adjoining the mainland to the island... Whoever thought to build yet another bridge in such an iconic area of outstanding beauty !? o.O