Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Meredydd
Medieval · Castle

Castell Meredydd

Wales
Cadw SAM MM186
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Meredydd is a medieval castle situated in Wales, documented under Cadw's Scheduled Ancient Monument register as MM186. The site represents a defensive structure from the medieval period, reflecting the strategic importance of castle construction in Welsh territories during this era. As with many Welsh castles, the monument exemplifies the architectural and defensive priorities of its time, serving as evidence of medieval settlement patterns and fortification strategies in the region. The castle's physical remains contribute to the archaeological record of medieval Welsh defensive architecture and settlement history.

Castell Meredydd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM186. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Meredydd?

Castell Meredydd is a medieval castle situated in Wales, documented under Cadw's Scheduled Ancient Monument register as MM186. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM186.

What period does Castell Meredydd date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Castell Meredydd?

Castell Meredydd 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 MM186.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Meredydd?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ruperra Castle lower summerhouse remains (2.1 km), Ruperra Castle (2.5 km), Croes Carn Einion Roman Site (4 km).

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