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Early Medieval · Cemetery

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery

Anglesey, Wales
Cadw SAM AN099
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cemetery
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery is an early medieval burial ground located in Anglesey, Wales, dating to the Early Christian period. The cemetery represents an important example of early Christian funerary practice in Wales, reflecting the adoption and development of Christian burial customs in the post-Roman period. The site contains evidence of grave markers and burials characteristic of early medieval Wales, contributing to understanding of religious and social structures during this formative period of Welsh Christianity. As a scheduled ancient monument, Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery remains significant for archaeological study of early Christian settlement and religious organisation in Anglesey.

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference AN099. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery?

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery is an early medieval burial ground located in Anglesey, Wales, dating to the Early Christian period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference AN099.

What period does Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery date from?

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a cemetery. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery?

Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is AN099.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bodedern Early Christian Cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Y Werthyr Hillfort (3.7 km), Castellor Hut Group (3.8 km), Felin Wen Tide Mill (5.3 km).

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