Scheduled MonumentsWalesEarly Cement Works, Aberthaw
Post Medieval/Modern · Industrial building

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw

Wales
Cadw SAM GM318
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Industrial building
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw is a post-medieval and modern industrial site located in the Vale of Glamorgan. The works represent an important phase in Welsh industrial development, utilising the local limestone deposits and proximity to transport links to establish cement manufacture in the nineteenth century. The surviving structures and industrial infrastructure reflect the technological practices of Victorian cement production. The site is designated as a scheduled monument, recognising its significance to the archaeological and industrial heritage of the region.

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM318. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Early Cement Works, Aberthaw?

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw is a post-medieval and modern industrial site located in the Vale of Glamorgan. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM318.

What period does Early Cement Works, Aberthaw date from?

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a industrial building. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Early Cement Works, Aberthaw?

Early Cement Works, Aberthaw 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 GM318.

What other scheduled monuments are near Early Cement Works, Aberthaw?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Aberthaw Medieval Site (1.6 km), East Orchard Wood Pillbox (1.8 km), Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences (2 km).

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