Scheduled MonumentsWalesMartin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross
Early Medieval · Cross-marked stone

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE431
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross-marked stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross is a cross-marked stone of Early Medieval date located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The stone bears incised cross decoration characteristic of Early Christian funerary and ritual monuments found in Wales and the wider post-Roman Celtic world. Such marked stones typically date from the fifth to seventh centuries and served as markers within ecclesiastical or burial contexts, reflecting the spread of Christianity throughout Wales during this formative period. The monument's presence at Martin's Haven contributes to the archaeological record of Early Medieval religious practice and settlement in Pembrokeshire.

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE431. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross?

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross is a cross-marked stone of Early Medieval date located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE431.

What period does Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross date from?

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a cross-marked stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross?

Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross 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 PE431.

What other scheduled monuments are near Martin's Haven Early Christian Inscribed Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer Park Promontory Fort (0.3 km), Watery Bay Rath (1.4 km), Hut Groups on Gateholm Island (2 km).

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