Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Gwallter
Medieval · Castle

Castell Gwallter

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD005
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Gwallter is a medieval castle situated in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the Norman period of Welsh fortification. The site consists of earthwork remains comprising a motte and bailey structure, typical of early Norman defensive architecture in Wales. Located within the designated scheduled ancient monument area, the castle represents the pattern of Anglo-Norman expansion and settlement in Ceredigion during the twelfth century. The monument survives primarily as landscape features rather than standing masonry, reflecting the earthen construction methods common to many early medieval castles in the region.

Castell Gwallter is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD005. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Gwallter?

Castell Gwallter is a medieval castle situated in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the Norman period of Welsh fortification. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD005.

What period does Castell Gwallter date from?

Castell Gwallter dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Castell Gwallter?

Castell Gwallter 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 CD005.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Gwallter?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bronfloyd Leadmine (5.1 km), Castell Gwar-Cwm (5.3 km), Daren Lead Mine Workings & Adit (6.7 km).

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