Scheduled MonumentsWalesCamp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr

Wales
Cadw SAM MG165
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr is a prehistoric enclosure located in Wales and recorded in the Cadw schedule of ancient monuments under reference SAM MG165. The site comprises an earthwork enclosure of probable Iron Age or later prehistoric date, characterised by its defensive ditch and bank construction typical of fortified settlement sites of its period. Its specific location relative to Ty Mawr indicates a position within the wider landscape of prehistoric settlement and territorial organisation in the region. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains an important archaeological resource for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Wales.

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG165. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr?

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr is a prehistoric enclosure located in Wales and recorded in the Cadw schedule of ancient monuments under reference SAM MG165. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG165.

What period does Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr date from?

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr?

Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr 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 MG165.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp 270m SSW of Ty Mawr?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cefn Bryntalch Mound & Bailey Castle (7.7 km), Henfron Moated Site (8 km), Caer Siac Motte and Bailey (8 km).

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