Scheduled MonumentsWalesCaer Carreg y Fran
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Caer Carreg y Fran

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN058
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Carreg y Fran is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Conwy, North Wales. The site occupies a naturally commanding hilltop position and is defined by substantial defensive earthworks comprising ramparts and ditches that enclose the summit. Dating to the Iron Age, the monument represents the kind of fortified settlement that would have served both defensive and administrative functions for the communities of later prehistoric Wales. The hillfort's physical character and strategic location reflect the importance of elevated, defensible positions in the territorial organisation of Iron Age societies in the region.

Caer Carreg y Fran is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN058. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Carreg y Fran?

Caer Carreg y Fran is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Conwy, North Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN058.

What period does Caer Carreg y Fran date from?

Caer Carreg y Fran 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 Carreg y Fran?

Caer Carreg y Fran 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 CN058.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Carreg y Fran?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Drws y Coed Prehistoric Settlement (9.1 km), Drws y Coed Copper Mine (9.3 km), Small Fort Near Nantlle (9.4 km).

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