Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site
Medieval · House (domestic)

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site

Flintshire, Wales
Cadw SAM FL023
Period
Medieval
Site type
House (domestic)
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site is a scheduled ancient monument in Flintshire, Wales, representing a medieval domestic settlement of significant local importance. The site comprises the remains of a fortified house dating to the medieval period, reflecting the architectural ambitions and defensive requirements of its inhabitants during this era. Located within the Flintshire landscape, the monument preserves evidence of medieval residential occupation and construction practices characteristic of fortified domestic dwellings in North Wales. The site's designation as a scheduled ancient monument recognises its archaeological and historical value as a record of medieval settlement patterns and domestic life in the region.

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference FL023. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site?

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site is a scheduled ancient monument in Flintshire, Wales, representing a medieval domestic settlement of significant local importance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference FL023.

What period does Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site date from?

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a house (domestic). It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site?

Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site 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 FL023.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llys Edwin Medieval Fortified House Site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rhual-Isaf Round Barrow (4.5 km), The Bailey Hill, Mold (5 km), Taylor's Pottery (5.1 km).

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