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Medieval · Chantry

The Chantry House

Wales
Cadw SAM GM490
Period
Medieval
Site type
Chantry
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Chantry House is a medieval chantry foundation located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference GM490. As a chantry establishment, it functioned as a religious institution endowed to support priests who would perform masses for the souls of the deceased, reflecting the prominent medieval practice of intercession and commemoration. The structure dates from the medieval period, when such institutions were widespread across Wales and England, serving both spiritual and social functions within their communities. The physical remains of the building preserve evidence of its original ecclesiastical purpose and its importance as a site of ritual activity and funerary commemoration.

The Chantry House is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM490. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Chantry House?

The Chantry House is a medieval chantry foundation located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference GM490. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM490.

What period does The Chantry House date from?

The Chantry House dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a chantry. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting The Chantry House?

The Chantry House 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 GM490.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Chantry House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llantwit Major Dovecot (0.1 km), Llantwit Major Monastic Settlement (Site of) (0.1 km), Castle Ditches Camp (1.4 km).

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