Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Allt-Goch
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Castell Allt-Goch

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD106
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Allt-Goch is a prehistoric hillfort located in Ceredigion, Wales, occupying a strategically positioned hilltop in the region. The site is defended by a series of ramparts and ditches that characterise Iron Age fortification practice, dating to the later prehistoric period. The earthwork defences remain visible in the landscape and attest to the settlement's role as a defended enclosure, likely serving both defensive and administrative functions for the Iron Age community. As a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw protection, the site represents an important example of prehistoric settlement hierarchy and territorial organisation in Wales.

Castell Allt-Goch is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD106. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Allt-Goch?

Castell Allt-Goch is a prehistoric hillfort located in Ceredigion, Wales, occupying a strategically positioned hilltop in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD106.

What period does Castell Allt-Goch date from?

Castell Allt-Goch dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Castell Allt-Goch?

Castell Allt-Goch 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 CD106.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Allt-Goch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lampeter Castle Mound (2.3 km), Lampeter Pillbox (2.7 km), Caer Cadwgan (3.6 km).

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