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Manorbier Dovecot is a medieval dovecote located within the grounds of Manorbier Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important element of the castle's agricultural infrastructure, serving the practical purpose of providing a reliable source of fresh meat and eggs to the castle household. The dovecote survives as a substantial stone-built structure typical of medieval dovecotes, designed to accommodate a large number of nesting birds. As a recorded scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection, it contributes to the understanding of medieval subsistence practices and the self-sufficiency systems that supported castle communities.
Manorbier Dovecot is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE459. View the official record →
Manorbier Dovecot is a medieval dovecote located within the grounds of Manorbier Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE459.
Manorbier Dovecot dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a dovecote. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Manorbier Dovecot 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 PE459.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Manorbier Castle (0.2 km), King's Quoit Burial Chamber (0.7 km), Radar Station, Old Castle Head (1.6 km).
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