Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Collen
Roman · Fort

Castell Collen

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD001
Period
Roman
Site type
Fort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Collen is a Roman fort located near Llandrindod Wells in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the late first century AD and occupied into the second century. The site comprises a well-preserved rectangular enclosure with defensive ditches, positioned strategically to control the river valley and maintain Roman authority in this frontier region of Wales. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of substantial timber and stone structures within the fort, together with finds indicating military occupation and supply networks connecting to other Roman installations across Wales. The fort represents an important element of Rome's military infrastructure in the Welsh interior, demonstrating the extent of Roman penetration into the upland territories beyond the coastal lowlands.

Castell Collen is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD001. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Collen?

Castell Collen is a Roman fort located near Llandrindod Wells in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the late first century AD and occupied into the second century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD001.

What period does Castell Collen date from?

Castell Collen dates from the roman period, and is classified as a fort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Castell Collen?

Castell Collen 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 RD001.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Collen?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cwm-berwyn round cairn (8.9 km), Carneddau Round Cairn (8.9 km), Bryntwppa stone row (9.4 km).

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