The Celtic Cross of Carew Castle,
The Cross of carew is one of three of the greatest examples of Celtic Crosses in Wales.
The monument dates from the 11th century, On one side a Latin inscription is found which reads Mariteut Rex Etg(iun) filius. This translates to King Maredudd, son of Edwin. It is presumed to be King Maredudd’s royal memorial.
Maredudd became a co-ruler of the celtic kingdom of Deheubarth in Southwest Wales with his brother in 1033. He was killed in battle two years later.
The cross srands approximately 13 feet high and was pieced together in two seperte pieces. The upper section is that of the actual cross, consisting of a wheel shaped cross and a short neck. This is attached to a lower piece, which was intracitly carved with a Celtic pattern, but with a Scandanavian influence.
The cross is found down near the castle car-park and in very good shape. It is a must see on a visit to Carew.
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