Scheduled MonumentsWalesSculptured Stone in Church
Early Medieval · Decorated stone

Sculptured Stone in Church

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD064
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Decorated stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sculptured Stone in Church is an Early Medieval decorated stone located in Ceredigion, Wales, and represents an important example of religious and funerary art from the post-Roman period in Wales. The stone displays carved decoration characteristic of Early Medieval craftsmanship, reflecting the cultural and religious practices of its era. As a scheduled ancient monument, it provides valuable evidence of the material culture and artistic traditions of Early Medieval Welsh communities. The piece exemplifies the continuity and development of stone carving practices during a formative period in Welsh ecclesiastical history.

Sculptured Stone in Church is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD064. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sculptured Stone in Church?

Sculptured Stone in Church is an Early Medieval decorated stone located in Ceredigion, Wales, and represents an important example of religious and funerary art from the post-Roman period in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD064.

What period does Sculptured Stone in Church date from?

Sculptured Stone in Church dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a decorated stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Sculptured Stone in Church?

Sculptured Stone in Church 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 CD064.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sculptured Stone in Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Olwen (2.2 km), Castell Allt-Goch (2.5 km), Lampeter Castle Mound (3.1 km).

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