Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
CM125
Name
Capel Bettws
Date of Designation
06/07/1951
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Carmarthenshire
Community
Trelech
Easting
227891
Northing
228143
Broad Class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Site Type
Chapel
Period
Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument comprises the remains of a small medieval chapel which stands inside a rectangular churchyard. The chancel arch and many of the walls stand to full height.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of the organisation and practice of medieval Christianity. The site forms an important element within the wider medieval landscape. The site is well preserved and retains considerable archaeological potential. There is a strong probability of the presence of evidence relating to chronology, layout, building techniques and functional detail.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.