Scheduled MonumentsWalesVelindre Pillar-Cross
Early Medieval · Cross-marked stone

Velindre Pillar-Cross

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE236
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Cross-marked stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Velindre Pillar-Cross is an Early Medieval stone monument situated in Pembrokeshire, Wales, bearing carved cross markings that indicate its religious and ritual function. The stone dates to the early medieval period, when such marked stones served important commemorative, territorial, and spiritual purposes within Welsh Christian communities. The monument's physical form as a pillar-cross represents a significant phase in the development of Christian material culture in Wales, preceding the construction of more elaborate carved crosses. As a recorded ancient monument under Cadw protection (SAM PE236), it contributes to the archaeological record of Early Medieval Pembrokeshire and testifies to the presence of organised Christian practice in the region during this formative period.

Velindre Pillar-Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE236. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Velindre Pillar-Cross?

Velindre Pillar-Cross is an Early Medieval stone monument situated in Pembrokeshire, Wales, bearing carved cross markings that indicate its religious and ritual function. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE236.

What period does Velindre Pillar-Cross date from?

Velindre Pillar-Cross 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 Velindre Pillar-Cross?

Velindre Pillar-Cross 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 PE236.

What other scheduled monuments are near Velindre Pillar-Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp 200m NE of Stoneyford (8 km), Wiston Castle (8 km), House Platforms N of St. Mary's Churchyard (8.1 km).

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