Scheduled MonumentsWalesCamp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography)
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography)

Wales
Cadw SAM MG178
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall is a prehistoric enclosure revealed through aerial photography in Wales. The monument consists of an earthwork camp whose form and characteristics suggest occupation during the prehistoric period, though precise dating remains dependent on archaeological investigation. The site's identification through aerial survey demonstrates the value of this technique in locating and recording archaeological features that are not readily apparent at ground level. As a scheduled monument under Cadw protection, the enclosure contributes to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and defensive structures in the Welsh landscape.

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography) is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG178. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography)?

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall is a prehistoric enclosure revealed through aerial photography in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG178.

What period does Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography) date from?

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography) 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 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography)?

Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography) 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 MG178.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp 350m NW of Varchoel Hall (revealed by aerial photography)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: Section at Pentre Farm (6.6 km), Offa's Dyke: Pentre Section (6.7 km), Coed y Dinas Round Barrow (6.8 km).

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