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'''Cadw''' ([[Welsh language|Welsh]] for: '''to keep'''/'''to protect''', {{IPA-cy|ˈkadu}}) is the historic environment service of the Welsh Government and part of the Tourism and Culture group |
'''Cadw''' ([[Welsh language|Welsh]] for: '''to keep'''/'''to protect''', {{IPA-cy|ˈkadu}}) is the historic environment service of the [[Welsh Government]] and part of the Tourism and Culture group. Cadw works to protect the historic buildings and structures, the landscapes and heritage sites of Wales, so that the public can visit them, understand their significance and enjoy their experiences. Cadw arranges events at its managed properties, provides lectures and teaching sessions, offers heritage walks and hosts an online shop. Members of the public can become members of Cadw and have such membership privileges as a magazine, reduced prices at the online shop and free entry to properties and most events. It also offers reciprocal arrangements with similar organisations in other parts of the United Kingdom. Cadw offers employment possibilities and work experience placements. |
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==Aims and objectives== |
==Aims and objectives== |
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[[File:Dolwyddelan Castle Cadw.jpg|thumb|239px|[[Dolwyddelan Castle]], one of the sites in Cadw's care.]] |
[[File:Dolwyddelan Castle Cadw.jpg|thumb|239px|[[Dolwyddelan Castle]], one of the sites in Cadw's care.]] |
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As the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Cadw is charged with protecting the historic environment of Wales, and making it accessible. To this end, it identifies four aspects |
As the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Cadw is charged with protecting the historic environment of Wales, and making it accessible to members of the public. To this end, it identifies four aspects of its work; it takes measures to conserve the heritage of Wales, its ancient buildings and monuments; it aims to sustain the distinctive characters of the different landscapes and urban areas; it tries to help people understand and care about their country, their locality and its history, and the place of Wales in the world; it aims to improve the wellbeing of people in Wales.<ref name=report2012>[http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/docs/cadw/publications/The%20Welsh%20Historic%20Environment%20Position%20Statement%202010-11_EN.pdf Cadw Historic Environment Position Satatement 2010-11] Accessed 1 October 2013</ref> |
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* Conserving Wales’s heritage. |
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* Sustaining the distinctive character of Wales’s landscapes and towns. |
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* Helping people understand and care about their place and history — and the place of Wales in the world. |
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* Making a real difference to people’s wellbeing in Wales.<ref name=report2012>[http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/docs/cadw/publications/The%20Welsh%20Historic%20Environment%20Position%20Statement%202010-11_EN.pdf Cadw Historic Environment Position Satatement 2010-11] Accessed 1 October 2013</ref> |
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===Conservation and protection=== |
===Conservation and protection=== |
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Cadw is responsible for the care and upkeep of three [[World Heritage Site]]s in Wales, the [[Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd]], the [[Pontcysyllte Aqueduct]] and the [[Blaenavon Industrial Landscape]]. Besides these, there were in 2011 in Wales 29,936 [[listed building]]s; of these, 493 were the most important Grade I listed buildings, 2,124 were Grade II* and 27,319 were Grade II listed. Also in Wales were 4,175 [[Scheduled Monuments in Wales|Scheduled Monuments]], 6 [[List of designations under the Protection of Wrecks Act|Designated historic wrecks]], and 523 [[Conservation Area (United Kingdom)|Conservation Areas]]; these designations means that the buildings or objects concerned are protected by statute. A register of significant Welsh battlefield sites is also under preparation.<ref name=report2012/> |
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Cadw has specific responsibility for 127 historic sites in state ownership. Many of Wales' |
Many of these listed sites are in private ownership, but Cadw has a specific responsibility for the care and upkeep of the 127 historic sites that are in state ownership. Many of Wales' great [[castle]]s and other monuments, such as bishop's palaces, historic houses, and ruined [[abbey]]s, are protected and maintained in this way, as well being opened to the public. Cadw has been appointed by the [[Welsh Government]] and is the successor body in Wales to the [[Ministry of Works (United Kingdom)|Ministry of Works]].<ref name=Introduction>[http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/docs/cadw/publications/IntroducingCadw_EN.pdf Introducing Cadw] accessed 31 August 2013</ref> |
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===Distinctive character=== |
===Distinctive character=== |
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[[File:Pentre Ifan -neolithic dolmen -Wales-1June2009.jpg|thumb|239px|[[Pentre Ifan]], a Neolithic dolmen in Pembrokeshire]] |
[[File:Pentre Ifan -neolithic dolmen -Wales-1June2009.jpg|thumb|239px|[[Pentre Ifan]], a Neolithic dolmen in Pembrokeshire]] |
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Cadw operates most of the heritage sites in its care and opens them to the public. In 2010-11 there were an estimated 2 million visits to Cadw properties. In some cases, these are major tourist attractions and offer tours of the monuments, exhibitions and display panels. Cadw also produces books and guidebooks on many of their properties. However many of the sites are unstaffed, free to access, and have interpretation boards to explain their significance. |
Cadw operates most of the heritage sites in its care and opens them to the public. In 2010-11 there were an estimated 2 million visits to Cadw properties. In some cases, these are major tourist attractions and offer tours of the monuments, exhibitions and display panels. Cadw also produces books and guidebooks on many of their properties. However many of the sites are unstaffed, free to access, and have interpretation boards to explain their significance.<ref name=Introduction/> |
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Cadw Membership, formerly known as Heritage in Wales, gives the member free admission to all Cadw properties for the length of their membership (annual or life). Cadw has also entered into reciprocal agreements with [[English Heritage]] |
Cadw Membership, formerly known as Heritage in Wales, gives the member free admission to all Cadw properties and World Heritage Sites in Wales for the length of their membership (annual or life). Other membership advantages are a free magazine, reduced prices at the online gift shop and free entry to most Cadw-organised events. Cadw has also entered into reciprocal agreements with [[English Heritage]], [[Historic Scotland]] and [[Manx National Heritage]] for free entry to the properties thay manage.<ref name=Official>{{cite web |url=http://cadw.gov.wales/about/?skip=1&lang=en |title=Cadw: About Cadw |publisher=Cadw |accessdate=14 April 2016}}</ref> |
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The five most frequently visited properties in 2010-11 were [[Caernarfon Castle]] (192,695 visits), [[Conwy Castle]] (190,031 visits), [[Caerphilly Castle]] (94,707 visits), [[Harlech Castle]] (93,242 visits) and [[Beaumaris Castle]] (80,660 visits).<ref name=report2012/> |
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The five most visited properties in 2010-11 were: |
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* [[Caernarfon Castle]] (192,695 visits), |
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* [[Conwy Castle]] (190,031 visits), |
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* [[Caerphilly Castle]] (94,707 visits), |
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* [[Harlech Castle]] (93,242 visits), |
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* [[Beaumaris Castle]] (80,660 visits).<ref name=report2012/> |
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To provide a better context for the history of Wales, Cadw is developing thematic 'All Wales Interpretation Plans', that can develop themes across numerous sites and localities. There are eight themes:- |
To provide a better context for the history of Wales, Cadw is developing thematic 'All Wales Interpretation Plans', that can develop themes across numerous sites and localities. There are eight themes:- |
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* The Defence of the Realm — Pembrokeshire. |
* The Defence of the Realm — Pembrokeshire. |
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* Wales — the first industrial nation.<ref name=report2012/> |
* Wales — the first industrial nation.<ref name=report2012/> |
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==Events== |
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Cadw organises events for adults and families. These include lectures, re-enactments of historical events, and training sessions for teachers, informing them on how to use visits to historic sites to help deliver literacy and numeracy skills and an appreciation of history.<ref name=Events/> |
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===Making a difference=== |
===Making a difference=== |
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The Valuing our Historic Environment Group estimates that in 2011, 30,000 jobs and £840 million per year of added value can be attributed to the Welsh historic environment of Wales, as well as the less quantifiable benefits in leisure, recreation, health and well-being.<ref name=report2012/> Historical and cultural events are one of the ways people are encouraged to engage more thoroughly with the places and history of Cadw properties, and some 200 events a year are held.<ref> |
The Valuing our Historic Environment Group estimates that in 2011, 30,000 jobs and £840 million per year of added value can be attributed to the Welsh historic environment of Wales, as well as the less quantifiable benefits in leisure, recreation, health and well-being.<ref name=report2012/> Historical and cultural events are one of the ways people are encouraged to engage more thoroughly with the places and history of Cadw properties, and some 200 events a year are held.<ref name=Events>{{cite web |url=http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/?lang=en |title=Cadw: Events |publisher=Cadw |accessdate=14 April 2016}}</ref> Cadw also provides work experience opportunities for young people, and sandwich courses for undergraduates.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://cadw.gov.wales/learning/?lang=en |title=Cadw: Learning |publisher=Cadw |accessdate=14 April 2016}}</ref> |
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==Equivalent organisations== |
==Equivalent organisations== |
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Equivalent organisations in other parts of the United Kingdom are: |
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* England — [[Historic England]] |
* England — [[Historic England]] |
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* Scotland — [[Historic Scotland]] |
* Scotland — [[Historic Scotland]] |
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Revision as of 19:03, 14 April 2016
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| Formation | 1984 |
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| Legal status | Historic Environment division of the Welsh Government |
| Headquarters | Treforest Industrial Estate, Treforest, Rhondda Cynon Taf |
Region served | Wales |
Leadership | Kate Clark |
| Website | www.cadw.wales.gov.uk |
Cadw (Welsh for: to keep/to protect, Welsh pronunciation: [ˈkadu]) is the historic environment service of the Welsh Government and part of the Tourism and Culture group. Cadw works to protect the historic buildings and structures, the landscapes and heritage sites of Wales, so that the public can visit them, understand their significance and enjoy their experiences. Cadw arranges events at its managed properties, provides lectures and teaching sessions, offers heritage walks and hosts an online shop. Members of the public can become members of Cadw and have such membership privileges as a magazine, reduced prices at the online shop and free entry to properties and most events. It also offers reciprocal arrangements with similar organisations in other parts of the United Kingdom. Cadw offers employment possibilities and work experience placements.
Aims and objectives
As the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Cadw is charged with protecting the historic environment of Wales, and making it accessible to members of the public. To this end, it identifies four aspects of its work; it takes measures to conserve the heritage of Wales, its ancient buildings and monuments; it aims to sustain the distinctive characters of the different landscapes and urban areas; it tries to help people understand and care about their country, their locality and its history, and the place of Wales in the world; it aims to improve the wellbeing of people in Wales.[1]
Conservation and protection
Cadw is responsible for the care and upkeep of three World Heritage Sites in Wales, the Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape. Besides these, there were in 2011 in Wales 29,936 listed buildings; of these, 493 were the most important Grade I listed buildings, 2,124 were Grade II* and 27,319 were Grade II listed. Also in Wales were 4,175 Scheduled Monuments, 6 Designated historic wrecks, and 523 Conservation Areas; these designations means that the buildings or objects concerned are protected by statute. A register of significant Welsh battlefield sites is also under preparation.[1]
Many of these listed sites are in private ownership, but Cadw has a specific responsibility for the care and upkeep of the 127 historic sites that are in state ownership. Many of Wales' great castles and other monuments, such as bishop's palaces, historic houses, and ruined abbeys, are protected and maintained in this way, as well being opened to the public. Cadw has been appointed by the Welsh Government and is the successor body in Wales to the Ministry of Works.[2]
Distinctive character
There are 58 Historic Landscapes and 376 Historic parks and gardens in Wales. Cadw is also undertaking urban character studies of urban areas. Eight had been completed by September 2013.[3] Combined with a register of buildings and ancient monuments at risk these aim to enable management decision making and grant allocation to strengthen the character of different areas.[1]
Understanding history and place
Cadw operates most of the heritage sites in its care and opens them to the public. In 2010-11 there were an estimated 2 million visits to Cadw properties. In some cases, these are major tourist attractions and offer tours of the monuments, exhibitions and display panels. Cadw also produces books and guidebooks on many of their properties. However many of the sites are unstaffed, free to access, and have interpretation boards to explain their significance.[2]
Cadw Membership, formerly known as Heritage in Wales, gives the member free admission to all Cadw properties and World Heritage Sites in Wales for the length of their membership (annual or life). Other membership advantages are a free magazine, reduced prices at the online gift shop and free entry to most Cadw-organised events. Cadw has also entered into reciprocal agreements with English Heritage, Historic Scotland and Manx National Heritage for free entry to the properties thay manage.[4]
The five most frequently visited properties in 2010-11 were Caernarfon Castle (192,695 visits), Conwy Castle (190,031 visits), Caerphilly Castle (94,707 visits), Harlech Castle (93,242 visits) and Beaumaris Castle (80,660 visits).[1]
To provide a better context for the history of Wales, Cadw is developing thematic 'All Wales Interpretation Plans', that can develop themes across numerous sites and localities. There are eight themes:-
- Origins and prehistory.
- Roman invasion and settlement.
- Celtic saints and pilgrimage.
- Churches, chapels and monastic landscapes.
- Castles and Princes of Medieval Wales.
- Artistic responses to the landscape.
- The Defence of the Realm — Pembrokeshire.
- Wales — the first industrial nation.[1]
Events
Cadw organises events for adults and families. These include lectures, re-enactments of historical events, and training sessions for teachers, informing them on how to use visits to historic sites to help deliver literacy and numeracy skills and an appreciation of history.[5]
Making a difference
The Valuing our Historic Environment Group estimates that in 2011, 30,000 jobs and £840 million per year of added value can be attributed to the Welsh historic environment of Wales, as well as the less quantifiable benefits in leisure, recreation, health and well-being.[1] Historical and cultural events are one of the ways people are encouraged to engage more thoroughly with the places and history of Cadw properties, and some 200 events a year are held.[5] Cadw also provides work experience opportunities for young people, and sandwich courses for undergraduates.[6]
Equivalent organisations
Equivalent organisations in other parts of the United Kingdom are:
- England — Historic England
- Scotland — Historic Scotland
- Northern Ireland — Northern Ireland Environment Agency (formerly the Environment and Heritage Service)
- Isle of Man — Manx National Heritage
See also
- Abbeys and priories in Wales
- Conservation in the United Kingdom
- Historic houses in Wales
- Castles in Wales
- Museums in Wales
- Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales
- Scheduled Monuments in Wales
References
- ^ a b c d e f Cadw Historic Environment Position Satatement 2010-11 Accessed 1 October 2013
- ^ a b Introducing Cadw accessed 31 August 2013
- ^ Understanding Character, Cadw studies of Welsh towns
- ^ "Cadw: About Cadw". Cadw. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
- ^ a b "Cadw: Events". Cadw. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
- ^ "Cadw: Learning". Cadw. Retrieved 14 April 2016.