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Medieval · Chapel

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel

Wales
Cadw SAM GM158
Period
Medieval
Site type
Chapel
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel is a medieval religious site located in Wales, comprising a well and associated chapel remains. The site dates to the medieval period and represents the intersection of Christian worship and the veneration of water sources characteristic of Welsh religious practice. The chapel structure, of which substantial remains survive, reflects the spiritual importance placed upon sacred wells in medieval Wales, which often served pilgrimage and healing functions alongside their role in Christian devotion. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw record SAM GM158, recognising its historical and archaeological significance to medieval Welsh religious culture.

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM158. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel?

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel is a medieval religious site located in Wales, comprising a well and associated chapel remains. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM158.

What period does Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel date from?

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a chapel. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel?

Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel 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 GM158.

What other scheduled monuments are near Trinity Well and Remains of Chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bishopston Valley Camp (2.3 km), Penmaen Burrows Ringwork (2.4 km), Penmaen Burrows Church (2.5 km).

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