Scheduled MonumentsWalesRemains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry
Post Medieval/Modern · Dockyard

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry

Wales
Cadw SAM GM445
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Dockyard
Broad class
Maritime
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry is a post-medieval and modern maritime installation constructed during the nineteenth century as part of the industrial expansion of the South Wales valleys. The dock was designed to facilitate the export of coal, iron, and other industrial goods from the hinterland to coastal shipping routes, reflecting the region's prominence in the Industrial Revolution. The surviving remains include structural elements characteristic of Victorian-era dock engineering, preserving evidence of the technological and commercial infrastructure that sustained South Wales's industrial economy. The site is designated as a scheduled ancient monument by Cadw, recognising its significance as a material record of Wales's maritime and industrial heritage.

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM445. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry?

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry is a post-medieval and modern maritime installation constructed during the nineteenth century as part of the industrial expansion of the South Wales valleys. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM445.

What period does Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry date from?

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a dockyard. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry?

Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry 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 GM445.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Craig Ty-Isaf Camp (2.2 km), Ruins of St Baglan's Church (2.3 km), Plas Baglan (2.5 km).

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