Scheduled MonumentsWalesAnti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn
Post Medieval/Modern · Anti-tank Obstacle

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME250
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Anti-tank Obstacle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn is a Post Medieval and Modern Defence monument comprising anti-tank obstacles located in Meirionnydd, Wales. The structure dates to the Second World War period, when Britain implemented an extensive programme of coastal and inland fortifications to resist potential German invasion. The anti-tank obstacle forms part of the wider defensive landscape constructed across Wales during this critical period of national defence. The site is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the designation ME250.

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME250. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn?

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn is a Post Medieval and Modern Defence monument comprising anti-tank obstacles located in Meirionnydd, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME250.

What period does Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn date from?

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a anti-tank obstacle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn?

Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn 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 ME250.

What other scheduled monuments are near Anti-invasion Defences 630m E of Cae'r-tyddyn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Nant Helygog ring cairn (1.4 km), Brithdir Roman Fort (2.8 km), Maes Coch Hut Circles (5.5 km).

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