Scheduled MonumentsWalesCulver Hole Dovecot
Post Medieval/Modern · dovecote

Culver Hole Dovecot

Wales
Cadw SAM GM325
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
dovecote
Broad class
Agriculture and Subsistence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Culver Hole Dovecot is a post-medieval dovecote located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference GM325. The structure dates from the early modern period and represents an important example of agricultural infrastructure associated with food production and storage on Welsh estates. Dovecotes of this type were typically constructed to house pigeons, which provided a reliable source of protein and manure for estates, and their presence indicates the wealth and status of the property owner. The monument survives as a testament to post-medieval farming practices and the management of domestic resources within Wales.

Culver Hole Dovecot is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM325. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Culver Hole Dovecot?

Culver Hole Dovecot is a post-medieval dovecote located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference GM325. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM325.

What period does Culver Hole Dovecot date from?

Culver Hole Dovecot dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a dovecote. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Culver Hole Dovecot?

Culver Hole Dovecot 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 GM325.

What other scheduled monuments are near Culver Hole Dovecot?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Salthouse, Port Eynon (0.4 km), Longhole Cave (1.5 km), Paviland Cave (3.1 km).

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