Scheduled MonumentsWalesCaer Castell Camp
Medieval · Motte

Caer Castell Camp

Wales
Cadw SAM GM216
Period
Medieval
Site type
Motte
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Castell Camp is a motte situated in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference Cadw SAM GM216. The monument represents a form of medieval fortification typical of the Norman and post-Conquest period in Wales, when such earthwork castles served as centres of military control and administrative authority. The site comprises a raised mound characteristic of motte-and-bailey defensive architecture, a widespread settlement pattern across Wales and the Welsh borders from the eleventh century onwards. Such fortifications were frequently established to consolidate Norman lordship and facilitate control of local territories during the medieval period.

Caer Castell Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM216. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Castell Camp?

Caer Castell Camp is a motte situated in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference Cadw SAM GM216. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM216.

What period does Caer Castell Camp date from?

Caer Castell Camp dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a motte. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Caer Castell Camp?

Caer Castell 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 GM216.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Castell Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Mellons Churchyard Cross (1 km), Relict Seawall on Rumney Great Wharf (2.6 km), Pen y lan Roman Site (3.3 km).

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