Scheduled MonumentsWalesCaer Drewen Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Caer Drewen Camp

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME012
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Drewen Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Meirionnydd, Wales, and is recognised as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation SAM ME012. The site comprises a substantial circular or oval enclosure defined by one or more defensive ramparts and ditches, characteristic of Iron Age fortified settlements in Wales, though the precise dating of the monument remains subject to scholarly examination. The hillfort would have served both defensive and administrative functions, controlling the surrounding landscape and possibly acting as a focal point for the local community during the Iron Age period. The monument represents an important example of the fortified settlement pattern typical of prehistoric Wales, though detailed archaeological investigation and publication of specific finds from the site remain limited in the scholarly record.

Caer Drewen Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME012. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Drewen Camp?

Caer Drewen Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Meirionnydd, Wales, and is recognised as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation SAM ME012. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME012.

What period does Caer Drewen Camp date from?

Caer Drewen Camp 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 Drewen Camp?

Caer Drewen 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 ME012.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Drewen Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Nant Gwyn round cairns (7.4 km), Coed Llynor long hut (7.4 km), Blaen Llynor round cairn (7.7 km).

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