Scheduled MonumentsWalesBroniarth Hill Camp
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Broniarth Hill Camp

Wales
Cadw SAM MG097
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Broniarth Hill Camp is a prehistoric enclosure situated in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference MG097. The monument comprises a hillfort or enclosed settlement of Iron Age date, representing the defensive and communal structures characteristic of later prehistoric settlement in Wales. The site's physical character is defined by its earthwork defences, which would have served to protect the inhabitants and their livestock, reflecting the settlement patterns and social organisation of Iron Age communities in the region. Such hillforts constitute significant archaeological evidence for understanding late prehistoric Welsh society and economy.

Broniarth Hill Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG097. View the official record →

About this monument

Questions & answers

What is Broniarth Hill Camp?

Broniarth Hill Camp is a prehistoric enclosure situated in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference MG097. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG097.

What period does Broniarth Hill Camp date from?

Broniarth Hill Camp dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Broniarth Hill Camp?

Broniarth Hill Camp 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 MG097.

What other scheduled monuments are near Broniarth Hill Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Y Golfa Camp (5.2 km), Pen y Foel Camp (6.1 km), Mound in Churchyard (6.3 km).

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