Scheduled MonumentsWalesCarreghofa Castle
Medieval · Ringwork

Carreghofa Castle

Wales
Cadw SAM MG214
Period
Medieval
Site type
Ringwork
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carreghofa Castle is a medieval ringwork situated in Powys, Wales, dating to the Norman period of the twelfth century. The monument consists of a substantial circular or oval earthwork surrounded by a ditch, characteristic of early Norman fortifications in Wales before the development of stone-built castles. Its location in the border region of mid-Wales reflects the strategic importance of controlling routes through the Welsh landscape during the period of Norman expansion. The site remains largely unexcavated, preserving evidence of the military occupation and administrative control that such ringworks represented during the early medieval period.

Carreghofa Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG214. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carreghofa Castle?

Carreghofa Castle is a medieval ringwork situated in Powys, Wales, dating to the Norman period of the twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG214.

What period does Carreghofa Castle date from?

Carreghofa Castle dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a ringwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Carreghofa Castle?

Carreghofa Castle 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 MG214.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carreghofa Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bryn Mawr Camp (3.2 km), Hen Domen (3.7 km), Rhysnant Hall Castle Mound (4.7 km).

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