Scheduled MonumentsWalesRosemarket Dovecot
Post Medieval/Modern · dovecote

Rosemarket Dovecot

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE224
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
dovecote
Broad class
Agriculture and Subsistence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rosemarket Dovecot is a post-medieval dovecote located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference PE224. The structure dates from the early modern period and represents the agricultural infrastructure typical of substantial rural properties during this era, when dovecotes served both as a practical source of meat and eggs and as a status symbol for landowners. The dovecot survives as evidence of the farming practices and domestic economy of post-medieval Pembrokeshire, contributing to understanding of the region's agricultural heritage during a period of significant social and economic development.

Rosemarket Dovecot is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE224. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rosemarket Dovecot?

Rosemarket Dovecot is a post-medieval dovecote located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference PE224. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE224.

What period does Rosemarket Dovecot date from?

Rosemarket Dovecot dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a dovecote. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Rosemarket Dovecot?

Rosemarket Dovecot 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 PE224.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rosemarket Dovecot?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Monkton Priory Dovecot (6.9 km), Pembroke Castle (7.2 km), Bowett Wood Camp (7.7 km).

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