Scheduled MonumentsWalesMargam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones
Early Medieval · Cross

Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones

Wales
Cadw SAM GM011
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Margam Inscribed and Sculptured Stones is a collection of early medieval sculptured monuments, predominantly comprising carved stone crosses and decorated slabs dating from the sixth to twelfth centuries. The stones represent significant evidence of Christian practice and commemoration in early medieval Wales, with examples displaying both Celtic and Romanesque artistic influences characteristic of their respective periods. The collection includes fragments of high crosses and grave markers bearing inscriptions and interlace decoration, reflecting the site's association with Margam Abbey and its role as a centre of religious significance. These monuments are preserved as scheduled ancient monuments under Cadw's protection and provide important material testimony to early Christian burial practices and artistic traditions in South Wales.

Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM011. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones?

Margam Inscribed and Sculptured Stones is a collection of early medieval sculptured monuments, predominantly comprising carved stone crosses and decorated slabs dating from the sixth to twelfth centuries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM011.

What period does Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones date from?

Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones 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 Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones?

Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones 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 GM011.

What other scheduled monuments are near Margam Inscribed & Sculptured Stones?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kenfig Castle & Medieval Town (3.7 km), Sculptured Cross Llanmihangel Farm (3.8 km), Leat & Dam at Llanmihangel Mill (4.4 km).

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