Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlangyfelach Cross-Base
Early Medieval · Cross

Llangyfelach Cross-Base

Wales
Cadw SAM GM299
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Llangyfelach Cross-Base is an Early Medieval stone cross-base located in the parish of Llangyfelach in Swansea, Wales. The monument consists of a substantial stone platform or base that once supported a decorated cross shaft, typical of the Early Medieval period in Wales when such monuments served important functions within Christian communities and as markers within the landscape. The cross-base dates to the Early Medieval period, a time when stone crosses became increasingly prominent as symbols of Christian faith and as focal points for religious activity and commemoration. The site is protected as a scheduled monument under the Cadw designation SAM GM299, reflecting its historical and archaeological significance to the understanding of Early Medieval religious practice in south Wales.

Llangyfelach Cross-Base is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM299. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llangyfelach Cross-Base?

Llangyfelach Cross-Base is an Early Medieval stone cross-base located in the parish of Llangyfelach in Swansea, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM299.

What period does Llangyfelach Cross-Base date from?

Llangyfelach Cross-Base 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 Llangyfelach Cross-Base?

Llangyfelach Cross-Base 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 GM299.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llangyfelach Cross-Base?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including White Rock Copper Works (4.7 km), Foxhole River Staithes (5.1 km), Tir-Gwyllt Second World War Barrage Balloon Site (5.8 km).

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