Scheduled MonumentsWalesBritish Fortified Residence
Medieval · Deserted Rural Settlement

British Fortified Residence

Wales
Cadw SAM GM086
Period
Medieval
Site type
Deserted Rural Settlement
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

British Fortified Residence is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wales, registered under Cadw reference GM086. The site represents a medieval fortified domestic structure, combining defensive features with residential function in a rural setting. The monument dates to the medieval period, reflecting the architectural traditions of small-scale fortification practised by Welsh landholding families during this era. The fortified residence exemplifies the integration of military and domestic purposes characteristic of Welsh medieval settlement patterns, where prominent families maintained defensive positions within their rural estates.

British Fortified Residence is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM086. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is British Fortified Residence?

British Fortified Residence is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wales, registered under Cadw reference GM086. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM086.

What period does British Fortified Residence date from?

British Fortified Residence dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a deserted rural settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting British Fortified Residence?

British Fortified Residence 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 GM086.

What other scheduled monuments are near British Fortified Residence?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cae Summerhouse Camp (8.8 km), Dan-y-Graig Roman villa (9 km), Pre-Norman Stones in Churchyard (9.5 km).

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