Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Llwyd
Prehistoric · Promontory Fort - inland

Castell Llwyd

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE174
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Promontory Fort - inland
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Llwyd is a prehistoric promontory fort situated inland in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The site occupies a naturally defensive headland position and is defended by substantial earthwork defences characteristic of Iron Age fortifications. The fort's physical character comprises a rampart and ditch system that exploits the topography of the promontory, creating a well-fortified enclosure. As a designated monument, it represents an important example of prehistoric defensive architecture within the Pembrokeshire landscape, reflecting the settlement patterns and territorial control strategies of Iron Age communities in southwest Wales.

Castell Llwyd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE174. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Llwyd?

Castell Llwyd is a prehistoric promontory fort situated inland in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE174.

What period does Castell Llwyd date from?

Castell Llwyd dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a promontory fort - inland. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Castell Llwyd?

Castell Llwyd 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 PE174.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Llwyd?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mynydd Crwn standing stone (8.1 km), Gors Fawr Stone Circle (8.5 km), Deserted Medieval Site at New Inn (9.1 km).

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