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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 ringwork monument situated in Glamorgan, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference GM178. The site comprises a circular or oval earthwork defined by a substantial bank and internal ditch, characteristic of ringwork defences constructed during the early medieval period, likely dating to the Iron Age or early medieval centuries. The monument represents a form of fortified settlement common to Wales and the marches, serving defensive and possibly administrative functions for its occupants. The earthwork remains visible in the landscape today as a significant archaeological record of early fortification practices in the region.

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 ringwork monument situated in Glamorgan, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference GM178. 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 the UK.

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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