Caer Dane

England
List entry 1016108
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Dane is a prehistoric hillfort located near Padstow in north Cornwall. The monument comprises a substantial ramparted enclosure situated on elevated ground, with defensive earthworks characteristic of Iron Age fortifications. The site's strategic position and structural design suggest its use as a settlement and defensive stronghold during the later prehistoric period. Limited archaeological investigation has been undertaken at Caer Dane, and much of its chronology and detailed history remain incompletely understood, though the surviving earthworks demonstrate the sophistication of Iron Age settlement patterns in southwest England.

Caer Dane is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016108. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Dane?

Caer Dane is a prehistoric hillfort located near Padstow in north Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016108.

Who is responsible for protecting Caer Dane?

Caer Dane is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1016108.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Dane?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows 250m south east and 230m north east of Ashgrove Farm (6.7 km), Round and associated remains 150m south of Mount Pleasant (7.5 km), Round 180m north east of Polstein (7.7 km).

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