Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt Canna's Chair
Early Medieval · Inscribed Stone

St Canna's Chair

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE148
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Inscribed Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Canna's Chair is an Early Medieval inscribed stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The monument consists of a carved stone seat or chair-form structure, dating to the early medieval period and associated with early Christian religious practice in Wales. The stone bears inscription evidence that connects it to the cult of Saint Canna, reflecting the veneration of local or regional saints during the early medieval period. As a ritual and funerary monument, it represents the material culture of early Christian communities in southwest Wales and contributes to understanding of early medieval religious sites and practices in the region.

St Canna's Chair is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE148. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Canna's Chair?

St Canna's Chair is an Early Medieval inscribed stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE148.

What period does St Canna's Chair date from?

St Canna's Chair dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a inscribed stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Canna's Chair?

St Canna's Chair 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 PE148.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Canna's Chair?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell (4.7 km), Llangwathan Castle Mound (5.5 km), Llan Burial Chamber (5.6 km).

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