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Medieval · Castle

Aberedw Castle

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD029
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Aberedw Castle is a medieval motte-and-bailey fortification located in Radnorshire, Wales, positioned strategically near the confluence of the River Edw and River Wye. The castle dates to the Norman period, likely constructed in the late eleventh or early twelfth century as part of the Anglo-Norman expansion into Wales. The earthwork survives as a prominent mound with an attached bailey, representing a characteristic example of early medieval defensive architecture employed to consolidate Norman territorial control in the Welsh Marches. The site remains largely unexcavated, preserving evidence of the military infrastructure that supported Norman lordship in this region during the formative period of Anglo-Welsh relations.

Aberedw Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD029. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Aberedw Castle?

Aberedw Castle is a medieval motte-and-bailey fortification located in Radnorshire, Wales, positioned strategically near the confluence of the River Edw and River Wye. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD029.

What period does Aberedw Castle date from?

Aberedw Castle dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Aberedw Castle?

Aberedw Castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is RD029.

What other scheduled monuments are near Aberedw Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring Cairn on Waun Gunllwch (6.4 km), Gwaun Ymryson Round Cairn (7.7 km), Cefn Clawdd Cairn (East) (7.8 km).

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