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Prehistoric · Hillfort

Caer Pencraig Fort

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN195
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caer Pencraig Fort is a prehistoric hillfort located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CN195. The site occupies a defensible hilltop position and displays the characteristic features of Iron Age fortification, including substantial earthwork defences that would have provided protection and control over the surrounding landscape. Its physical remains consist of ramparts and associated ditches, typical of the fortified settlements constructed across Wales during the later prehistoric period. The fort represents an important example of the settlement patterns and defensive strategies employed by Iron Age communities in North Wales.

Caer Pencraig Fort is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN195. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caer Pencraig Fort?

Caer Pencraig Fort is a prehistoric hillfort located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CN195. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN195.

What period does Caer Pencraig Fort date from?

Caer Pencraig Fort 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 Pencraig Fort?

Caer Pencraig Fort 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 CN195.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caer Pencraig Fort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vivian Slate Quarry, Inclines, Walia & associated structures (6.7 km), Hut and Enclosure Near Mur-Moch (6.9 km), Dinorwic Quarry (6.9 km).

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