Scheduled MonumentsWalesPill Priory
Medieval · Priory

Pill Priory

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE070
Period
Medieval
Site type
Priory
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pill Priory is a medieval priory located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, founded in the twelfth century as a daughter house of the Benedictine order. The site represents an important example of monastic settlement in South Wales during the medieval period, serving both religious and community functions within its locality. Physical remains at the site include structural elements characteristic of medieval priory architecture, reflecting the building phases and modifications undertaken during its occupation. The priory's designation as a scheduled ancient monument recognises its significance as a funerary and ritual centre within the medieval religious landscape of Pembrokeshire.

Pill Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE070. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pill Priory?

Pill Priory is a medieval priory located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, founded in the twelfth century as a daughter house of the Benedictine order. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE070.

What period does Pill Priory date from?

Pill Priory dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a priory. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Pill Priory?

Pill Priory 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 PE070.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pill Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Devil's Quoit Burial Chamber (6.6 km), Gravel Bay anti-aircraft battery (6.8 km), Wallaston Round Barrows (7.3 km).

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