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Early Medieval · Cross

Carew Cross

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE009
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carew Cross is a high medieval stone cross located in Carew, Pembrokeshire, Wales, standing as a monument to medieval religious practice and commemoration. The cross dates to the fifteenth century and is constructed of stone, displaying the characteristic design of late medieval Welsh crosses. It stands in the churchyard at Carew and originally marked a significant religious or funerary site within the medieval settlement. The monument is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference Cadw SAM PE009, reflecting its archaeological and historical importance to understanding medieval Welsh religious culture.

Carew Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE009. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carew Cross?

Carew Cross is a high medieval stone cross located in Carew, Pembrokeshire, Wales, standing as a monument to medieval religious practice and commemoration. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE009.

What period does Carew Cross date from?

Carew Cross dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Carew Cross?

Carew Cross 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 PE009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carew Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Manorbier Dovecot (6.1 km), Manorbier Castle (6.2 km), King's Quoit Burial Chamber (6.5 km).

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