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Castell Gwynionydd is a medieval ringwork located in Ceredigion, Wales, and represents a modest but significant example of Norman-period fortification in the region. The site consists of a circular or oval defensive earthwork, typical of the ringwork form which was commonly constructed during the late eleventh and twelfth centuries as a practical alternative to more elaborate stone castles. Its location and design reflect the pattern of Norman settlement and military control established in mid-Wales during this period, though the exact chronology of construction and the extent of any stone structures remain subjects of ongoing archaeological investigation. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation SAM CD018, recognising its importance to understanding medieval Welsh and Anglo-Norman military architecture.
Castell Gwynionydd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD018. View the official record →
Castell Gwynionydd is a medieval ringwork located in Ceredigion, Wales, and represents a modest but significant example of Norman-period fortification in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD018.
Castell Gwynionydd dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a ringwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Castell Gwynionydd 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 CD018.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Du Castle Mound (8.1 km), Carn Wen Round Barrow (8.4 km), Gareg Hir Standing Stone (8.5 km).
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