Scheduled MonumentsWalesThe Old Palace, Lydstep
Medieval · Palace

The Old Palace, Lydstep

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE403
Period
Medieval
Site type
Palace
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Old Palace, Lydstep is a medieval domestic structure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, dating to the medieval period. The site represents an important example of medieval residential architecture in the region and survives as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection. The remains indicate the building's significance as a palace or high-status dwelling, reflecting the wealth and status of its medieval occupants within Pembrokeshire's medieval landscape. The monument is recorded under the official Cadw designation SAM PE403.

The Old Palace, Lydstep is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE403. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Old Palace, Lydstep?

The Old Palace, Lydstep is a medieval domestic structure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE403.

What period does The Old Palace, Lydstep date from?

The Old Palace, Lydstep dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a palace. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting The Old Palace, Lydstep?

The Old Palace, Lydstep 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 PE403.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Old Palace, Lydstep?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Skomar Defended Enclosure (0.8 km), Whitewell (1.1 km), Old Castle Head Promontory Fort (2 km).

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