Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt Teilo's Church & Churchyard
Medieval · Church

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE165
Period
Medieval
Site type
Church
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard is a medieval parish church located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, with origins traditionally associated with the early medieval period and the cult of Saint Teilo, an important figure in early Welsh Christianity. The church building itself displays characteristics typical of medieval Welsh parish churches, with phases of construction and modification spanning the medieval period through to later centuries. The churchyard represents a significant burial ground and ritual space of considerable antiquity, reflecting the longstanding importance of this religious site within the local community. As a scheduled ancient monument, the site preserves evidence of medieval religious practice and continues to exemplify the role of parish churches in the spiritual and social landscape of medieval Pembrokeshire.

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE165. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Teilo's Church & Churchyard?

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard is a medieval parish church located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, with origins traditionally associated with the early medieval period and the cult of Saint Teilo, an important figure in early Welsh Christianity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE165.

What period does St Teilo's Church & Churchyard date from?

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a church. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Teilo's Church & Churchyard?

St Teilo's Church & Churchyard 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 PE165.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Teilo's Church & Churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Drim Camp (8.1 km), Earthworks SE of Clyn-Derwen (8.3 km), Camp 370m NE of Stoneyford (8.9 km).

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