This small Dominican friary survived for almost three hundred years. Following its suppression in 1538 the site served as a low-status multiple-occupancy complex until its demolition in the nineteenth century (1830-1840). Shortly before their destruction the buildings were occupied by fishermen using the River Taff.show details of standing remains
Standing remains
The groundplan was laid out in dwarf brick walls as part of the landscaping of Bute Park following excavation of the site in the late nineteenth century (1887-1897) for the Marquis of Bute. The complex comprised a cloister with an aisled church on the south side and a court to the north.
Medieval Diocese: Llandaff Lordship at foundation: Glamorgan Access: Public Owned by: Cardiff City Council
Main events in the history of this site
c.1242: Foundation - The Dominicans had settled in Cardiff by 1243. Their site was on the banks of the River Taff, near the West Gate of the town. [2 sources] 1291: Grant - Eleanor of Castile gave 100s to Cardiff and to each of the other four Dominican houses in Wales. [1 source] 1538: Dissolution - The friary was dissolved in 1538. At this time there were just seven friars and the house was in serious debt. [3 sources] + 1 minor event.Show minor events
