Glamorgan-Gwent HER
Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust Ltd, 2013.
Data copyright © Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust Ltd unless otherwise stated
Primary contact
Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust Ltd
Heathfield House
Heathfield
Swansea
SA1 6EL
Wales
Tel: +44 (0)1792 655208
Resource identifiers
- ADS Collection: 1788
The Glamorgan Gwent Historic Environment Record (formerly known as the Sites and Monuments Record) aims to provide comprehensive information regarding the known archaeological and historical sites, monuments, buildings, artefacts and landscapes in the former Counties of Glamorgan and Gwent, South Wales. It holds over 25,000 records collected from a variety of sources since the late 1970s, and covers all aspects of human activity in the landscape from early prehistory to the twentieth century. Details of well- and lesser-known sites can be found, in addition to records generated by archaeological projects undertaken in the area.
Information is held in the form of a computerised database supported by digital mapping (a Geographical Information System). This is supplemented by collections of maps and paper records (including details of listed buildings and scheduled ancient monuments), slides, photographs (film and digital; both aerial and ground), and historic maps. The HER also has access to an extensive reference library of relevant texts and journals.
The Glamorgan Gwent HER is the primary source of information on all aspects of the historic environment of south-east Wales, and it is the mechanism for recording the on-going process of its interpretation, conservation and management.
The principal means of accessing the Glamorgan Gwent HER online is via Archwilio. Archwilio is the online access system to the Historic Environment Records (HERs) of Wales. It was developed in partnership by the four Welsh Archaeological Trusts and contains information for the whole of Wales. For more information visit www.archwilio.org.uk. Please note that information obtained from Archwilio is intended for use for information and research purposes only and may not be used for development control purposes or as part of a commercial project. Enquiries of this nature should be addressed directly to the HER.
The information in the HER is taken from a variety of sources and is being updated on a daily basis. If you think you have new information, either about an existing record, or a new site or find we might not know about, please get in touch.
All non-commercial enquiries are dealt with free of charge, however charges do apply to all enquirers for the costs of materials (photocopying, postage etc.) on a cost recovery basis. Enquiries from bodies or individuals undertaking work on a commercial basis will be charged a service fee. Please contact the HER directly for information.
For all enquiries and requests for information please contact the Glamorgan Gwent HER at:
Glamorgan Gwent Archaeological Trust
Historic Environment Record
Heathfield House
Heathfield
Swansea
SA1 6EL
Tel: 01792 634225
Fax: 01248 370925
Email: her@ggat.org.uk
