Scheduled MonumentsWalesCamp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD027
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch is a prehistoric enclosure located in Ceredigion, Wales. The monument comprises an earthwork enclosure of Iron Age date, situated within the upland landscape characteristic of the region. The site's physical remains consist of defensive ditches and banks that define the perimeter of the enclosed area, typical of settlement or defensive structures from this period. This monument contributes to understanding the settlement patterns and territorial organisation of Iron Age communities in central Wales.

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD027. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch?

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch is a prehistoric enclosure located in Ceredigion, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD027.

What period does Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch date from?

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch 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 near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch?

Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch 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 CD027.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp near Garth-Penrhyn-Coch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tan-y-Ffordd Hillfort (5.4 km), Pen-y-Felin Wynt Hillfort (6.2 km), Old Warren Hill Hillfort (6.8 km).

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