Scheduled MonumentsWalesPlas Baglan
Medieval · Castle

Plas Baglan

Wales
Cadw SAM GM358
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Plas Baglan is a medieval fortified residence located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Glamorganshire, Wales. The site comprises the remains of a defensive structure dating to the medieval period, reflecting the architectural traditions of Welsh gentry fortifications. Its physical character is consistent with other Welsh tower houses and fortified mansions of its era, though substantial parts of the structure have been lost to time. The monument represents an important example of medieval domestic defence architecture in South Wales and retains archaeological significance as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection.

Plas Baglan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM358. View the official record →

About this monument

Questions & answers

What is Plas Baglan?

Plas Baglan is a medieval fortified residence located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Glamorganshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM358.

What period does Plas Baglan date from?

Plas Baglan dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Plas Baglan?

Plas Baglan 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 GM358.

What other scheduled monuments are near Plas Baglan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ergyd Isaf Round Barrows (5.3 km), Chain Home Low Radar Station, Margam (6.5 km), Wrecking site of the Ann Francis (6.8 km).

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