Scheduled MonumentsWalesCaer Cadwgan
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Caer Cadwgan

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD114
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Cadwgan is a prehistoric hillfort located in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CD114. The site comprises a defensive enclosure constructed with earthwork ramparts and ditches characteristic of Iron Age fortification practices, though its origins may extend into the Bronze Age. The hillfort commands a strategic position overlooking the surrounding landscape, typical of such settlements which served both defensive and administrative functions during the later prehistoric period. Limited archaeological investigation has been undertaken at the site, and detailed phasing of its construction and occupation remains incompletely established in the scholarly record.

Caer Cadwgan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD114. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Cadwgan?

Caer Cadwgan is a prehistoric hillfort located in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CD114. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD114.

What period does Caer Cadwgan date from?

Caer Cadwgan 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 Cadwgan?

Caer Cadwgan 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 CD114.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Cadwgan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hirfaen Standing Stone (1.5 km), Careg-y-Bwci (2.3 km), Lampeter Pillbox (4.2 km).

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