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Hafoty Medieval House

Visitor Notice

Currently, Hafoty Medieval House can only be viewed externally.

From timber to stone

The substantial white-painted stone building we see before us today was originally a timber-framed house probably built in the 14th century (it’s recorded as Bodiordderch, the ‘House of Iordderch’, in 1352).

It was later encased in stone and saw modification and restoration in the 19th and late 20th centuries, though its medieval layout remains. It passed through the hands of important local families — the Norres and the Bulkeleys — and by 1585 was described as a (summer) dairy house or hafoty.

Opening times & prices

Opening times

1st April - 31st March Limited opening

Currently, Hafoty Medieval House can only be viewed externally.

Visitor information

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Walking difficulty

Terrain: Level 3 — Moderate

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Drone policy

Please read our policy information about flying drones at Cadw monuments: read the guidance

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No smoking

Smoking is not permitted.

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Health & Safety

Care and attention must be paid when visiting this monument. The grounds outside are exposed to the natural elements and maybe slippery or muddy underfoot. Appropriate footwear for the season must be considered prior to your visit.

Built historic environments are sometimes uneven underfoot with steps that are narrow, steep with varying step height. Care must be paid when accessing upper levels and mezzanine / balcony spaces.

There are often high thresholds and low door frames when passing into and through indoor spaces. We kindly ask that any handrail provided is used appropriately and there is no climbing upon or within the monument.

Guardrails have been installed to prevent access to any areas of the site that we have deemed as dangerous or to prevent falls in specific areas. Please do not climb over or through any fixed installation.

As with all ancient monuments there is always a risk of stones being dislodged in bad weather, however, we manage this through extensive monitoring. 

Climbing may result in serious injury

There are several wild plants and flowers, although these are great pollinators, they may be poisonous to visitors and animals, we strongly advise you not to touch or allow dogs to eat any vegetation.

There may be shared access or neighbouring farmland that may involve the presence of grazing cattle or farm animals.

Please watch our health & safety film before visiting Cadw sites.

Iechyd a Diogelwch / Health and Safety

Please report any anti-social behaviour such as climbing, setting fires, graffiti etc. to CadwAccidentsReports@gov.wales

The following signs can be found around the site at key areas of risk, please pay attention where appropriate.

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Slippery or uneven surfaces

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Steep and uneven steps

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Low light

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Low ceilings

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Falling masonry

Directions

Google Map
Road: Take the B5109 from Beaumaris towards Pentraeth. After circa 3 miles, turn right onto an unclassified road to Llanddona. After a distance of 0.75 miles parking can be found on the right hand side of the lane by way of a rough pull in, just before the farm entrance lane to the left.
Bike: NCN Route No.5 (1.2km/0.8mls).

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