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The Remains of Astronomical Observatory at Penllergaer is a post-medieval scientific structure located in Wales. The site represents the material legacy of nineteenth-century astronomical observation and education, reflecting the period's growing interest in practical science and natural philosophy. The surviving remains indicate a dedicated observational installation, though the original structures have been substantially reduced or altered over time. This monument is registered as a scheduled ancient monument by Cadw, recognising its archaeological and historical importance as evidence of Victorian-era scientific endeavour in Wales.
Remains of Astronomical Observatory at Penllergaer is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM410. View the official record →
The Remains of Astronomical Observatory at Penllergaer is a post-medieval scientific structure located in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM410.
Remains of Astronomical Observatory at Penllergaer dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a observatory. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Remains of Astronomical Observatory at Penllergaer 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 GM410.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cockett standing stone (4.3 km), White Rock Copper Works (6.1 km), Foxhole River Staithes (6.4 km).
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