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Post Medieval/Modern · Holy Well

Glasffrwd Holy Well

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD183
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Holy Well
Broad class
Water Supply and Drainage
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Glasffrwd Holy Well is a post-medieval to modern holy well located in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference CD183. The site represents the continuation of well-veneration practices that extend back into the medieval period, with evidence of use and possibly reconstruction during the post-medieval era. Holy wells in Wales such as this functioned both as sources of fresh water supply and as sites of religious devotion, often associated with local saints or healing traditions. The physical remains at Glasffrwd reflect the practical water management infrastructure typical of post-medieval Welsh holy wells, combining utilitarian water supply functions with their spiritual significance in local communities.

Glasffrwd Holy Well is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD183. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Glasffrwd Holy Well?

Glasffrwd Holy Well is a post-medieval to modern holy well located in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference CD183. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD183.

What period does Glasffrwd Holy Well date from?

Glasffrwd Holy Well dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a holy well. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Glasffrwd Holy Well?

Glasffrwd Holy Well 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 CD183.

What other scheduled monuments are near Glasffrwd Holy Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fagwyr Las Deserted Rural Settlement (4.3 km), Y Garn Round Cairn (4.3 km), Bryn Cosyn Cairn Cemetery (4.8 km).

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