Post Medieval/Modern · Quay

Hook Quay

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE529
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Quay
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hook Quay is a post-medieval and modern industrial quay located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The structure reflects the maritime commercial development of the Welsh coast during the industrial period, serving as a landing place and loading facility for goods and vessels. The quay's physical remains demonstrate the engineering methods employed in post-medieval harbour construction, with stonework typical of structures built to withstand tidal and coastal conditions. As a scheduled monument under Cadw's protection, Hook Quay represents an important survival of Pembrokeshire's working waterfront heritage and its role in regional trade and industry.

Hook Quay is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE529. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hook Quay?

Hook Quay is a post-medieval and modern industrial quay located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE529.

What period does Hook Quay date from?

Hook Quay dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a quay. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Hook Quay?

Hook Quay 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 PE529.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hook Quay?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fort Scoveston (6 km), Burton Beach Overlord Hard (6.9 km), Defended Enclosure 800m NNE of Upton Farm (7.6 km).

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