Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlanglydwen Churchyard Cross
Early Medieval · Cross

Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM160
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross is an Early Medieval stone cross located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, within the churchyard at Llanglydwen. The monument dates to the early medieval period and represents an important example of the funerary and ritual monuments characteristic of Welsh Christian communities during this era. The cross stands as evidence of the religious practices and commemorative traditions of Early Medieval Wales, serving functions both as a marker within the sacred space of the churchyard and as a symbol of Christian faith. Such crosses were typically associated with burial sites and monastic establishments, reflecting the integration of Christian symbolism into the landscape of early medieval Welsh settlements.

Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM160. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross?

Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross is an Early Medieval stone cross located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, within the churchyard at Llanglydwen. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM160.

What period does Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross?

Llanglydwen Churchyard 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 CM160.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llanglydwen Churchyard Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gelli Diogyn Hillfort (5.7 km), Inscribed Stone N of Parciau Farmhouse (6.7 km), Lan Enclosure (7.3 km).

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