Scheduled MonumentsWalesBerry Ringwork
Prehistoric · Ringwork

Berry Ringwork

Wales
Cadw SAM GM178
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Ringwork
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Berry Ringwork is a prehistoric or early medieval defensive earthwork located in Wales. The monument comprises a circular or oval enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of ringwork fortifications found across Wales and the borderlands. Such structures typically date to the Iron Age or early medieval period, though precise dating for individual examples often remains uncertain without archaeological excavation. The site represents an important element of the defensive landscape of its region and period, serving either as a settlement enclosure or fortified refuge.

Berry Ringwork is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM178. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Berry Ringwork?

Berry Ringwork is a prehistoric or early medieval defensive earthwork located in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM178.

What period does Berry Ringwork date from?

Berry Ringwork dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a ringwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Berry Ringwork?

Berry Ringwork 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 GM178.

What other scheduled monuments are near Berry Ringwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Limestone Quarry and Kiln at Oxwich (3.3 km), Castell Oxwich (3.3 km), Tower NE of Oxwich Castle (3.3 km).

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