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Medieval · Abbey

St Dogmaels Abbey

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE073
Period
Medieval
Site type
Abbey
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

St Dogmaels Abbey is a Benedictine foundation established in the early twelfth century on the banks of the River Teifi in Cardigan, Pembrokeshire. The abbey was founded around 1115 by the Norman lord Robert fitz Martin, though the surviving stone structures date predominantly from the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. The ruins include the remains of the church, with its distinctive west front doorway, alongside fragmentary claustral buildings typical of the monastic plan. The site was dissolved during the Reformation and subsequently fell into ruin, though its substantial architectural remains continue to testify to its former importance as a significant Benedictine house in South Wales.

St Dogmaels Abbey is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE073. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Dogmaels Abbey?

St Dogmaels Abbey is a Benedictine foundation established in the early twelfth century on the banks of the River Teifi in Cardigan, Pembrokeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE073.

What period does St Dogmaels Abbey date from?

St Dogmaels Abbey dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a abbey. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Dogmaels Abbey?

St Dogmaels Abbey 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 PE073.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Dogmaels Abbey?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Court Moated Site (7 km), Castell Eglwyswrw (7.9 km), Castell Henllys (8.2 km).

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