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Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement is a site of medieval monastic significance located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument. The settlement represents an important centre of early Christian monasticism in Wales, with foundations traditionally attributed to the early medieval period, though the site continued in use through the medieval centuries. The monastery functioned not only as a religious community but also as an economic centre, with associated grange lands supporting agricultural production typical of Welsh monastic establishments. The physical remains and archaeological evidence indicate a settlement pattern consistent with other significant Welsh monastic sites, though substantial structures and detailed layout require ongoing archaeological investigation to fully characterise the site's medieval development.
Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement (Site of) is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM142. View the official record →
Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement is a site of medieval monastic significance located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM142.
Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement (Site of) dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a grange. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement (Site of) 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 GM142.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llantwit Major Dovecot (0 km), Llantwit Major Gatehouse (0.1 km), Castle Ditches Camp (1.3 km).
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