Scheduled MonumentsWalesCarn Fadryn Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Carn Fadryn Camp

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN011
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carn Fadryn Camp is a prehistoric hillforts located in Conwy, Wales, situated on the summit of Carn Fadryn mountain. The site dates to the Iron Age and is defined by a substantial stone-built defensive rampart that encircles the hilltop, comprising evidence of occupation and fortification typical of the period. The camp commands strategic views across the surrounding landscape and represents an important example of Iron Age settlement and defence in North Wales. Its stone construction distinguishes it from many contemporary hillforts in Britain which employed earthen ramparts, reflecting local building traditions and the availability of stone in the upland terrain.

Carn Fadryn Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN011. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carn Fadryn Camp?

Carn Fadryn Camp is a prehistoric hillforts located in Conwy, Wales, situated on the summit of Carn Fadryn mountain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN011.

What period does Carn Fadryn Camp date from?

Carn Fadryn 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 Carn Fadryn Camp?

Carn Fadryn 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 CN011.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carn Fadryn Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas (1.1 km), Hut Circle at Cae-Cerig-Isaf (4.6 km), Nant Castell Camp (4.8 km).

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