Scheduled MonumentsWalesTwo Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard
Early Medieval · Cross-marked stone

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE150
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross-marked stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard is a pair of Early Medieval cross-marked stones preserved in a Pembrokeshire churchyard. The stones date to the pre-Norman period, placing them within the Early Medieval phase of Welsh Christianity when stone monuments marked significant burials and served both funerary and ritual functions. The cross-marked character of these stones reflects the religious practice of the period, with carved crosses serving as symbols of Christian faith and as markers of burial locations. Their survival to the present day provides evidence of funerary practices and Christian observance in medieval Pembrokeshire.

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE150. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard?

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard is a pair of Early Medieval cross-marked stones preserved in a Pembrokeshire churchyard. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE150.

What period does Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard date from?

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a cross-marked stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard?

Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in 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 PE150.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two Pre-Norman Gravestones in Churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tump Round Barrow (7.7 km), Rhyndaston-Fawr Standing Stone (7.8 km), Brawdy Promontory Fort (8.2 km).

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