Scheduled MonumentsWalesPennarth Fawr
Medieval · House (domestic)

Pennarth Fawr

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN086
Period
Medieval
Site type
House (domestic)
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pennarth Fawr is a medieval domestic dwelling located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference SAM CN086. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of domestic architecture from that era in North Wales. The building survives as a stone-built house that demonstrates the constructional methods and spatial arrangements typical of medieval Welsh domestic settlements. As a scheduled monument, Pennarth Fawr is recognised for its historical and archaeological significance as evidence of medieval habitation and settlement patterns in the Conwy area.

Pennarth Fawr is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN086. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pennarth Fawr?

Pennarth Fawr is a medieval domestic dwelling located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference SAM CN086. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN086.

What period does Pennarth Fawr date from?

Pennarth Fawr 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 Pennarth Fawr?

Pennarth Fawr 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 CN086.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pennarth Fawr?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cromlech Farm Burial Chamber, Four Crosses (2.2 km), Four Crosses Standing Stone (2.3 km), Enclosed Hut Group at Clogwyn Bach (3.3 km).

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