Prehistoric · Hillfort

Caer Bach

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN125
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Bach is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Conwy, north Wales, commanding strategic views of the surrounding landscape. The site is defined by substantial defensive earthworks comprising an inner rampart and outer ditch, characteristic of Iron Age fortified settlements in Wales, though occupation may have extended across a longer chronological span. Located on elevated terrain, the fort would have served both defensive and administrative functions for its community, controlling access to important routes through the region. The monument remains largely unexcavated, preserving in situ archaeological evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns in North Wales.

Caer Bach is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN125. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Bach?

Caer Bach is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Conwy, north Wales, commanding strategic views of the surrounding landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN125.

What period does Caer Bach date from?

Caer Bach dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Caer Bach?

Caer Bach 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 CN125.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Bach?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pen y Gaer Camp (3.8 km), Afon Dulyn ring cairn (5.6 km), Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement (5.8 km).

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