Carew Cross - Pembrokeshire
This 11th century Christian monument is considered to be one of the
three finest Celtic crosses in Wales. Another is the Nevern Cross,
also in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
The cross can be dated from a Latin inscription half-way down one
side. This reads MARGITEUT REX ETG(UIN) FILIUS which translates as
“King Maredudd, son of Edwin.
In 1033 Maredudd became joint ruler with his brother of Deheubarth,
the Celtic kingdom of south-west Wales, but was killed in battle two
years later. The Carew Cross must be his royal memorial.
The cross is 4 metres (13 feet) high and was built in two separate
pieces. The top section, with a typically Celtic wheel-shaped cross
and a short neck, fitted into the lower shaft. The stone is incised
with elaborate patterns which are predominantly Celtic in style but
also reflect Scandinavian influence.
This decorated cross provided the inspiration
for the logo of Cadw: Welsh Historic Monuments.
Also see nearby
Carew Castle and Tidal Mill
Planning Grid
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Carew Cross |
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Grid Reference |
SN 047038 |
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VIEW MAP OS Map: 157 |
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Getting there: |
Off the A40
take the A477 to Pembroke Dock. Off this road the the A4075 to Carew. Within
the grounds of Carew Castle. |
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Access: |
From Castle
Lane off the A4075 at Carew |
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Parking: |
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large car park nearby. |
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Facilities: |
Picnic site
and recreation area over look the castle and 23 acre mill pond. |
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Things To Do,
See and Photograph: |
Highly decorated Carew Cross. A view of it is possible with Carew Castle in
the background. |
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Website: |
http://www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/default.asp?id=6&PlaceID=43 |
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Opening times: |
All
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Other useful
websites: |
Follies |
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