Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastell Vorlan
Prehistoric · Promontory Fort - inland

Castell Vorlan

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE284
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Promontory Fort - inland
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castell Vorlan is a prehistoric promontory fort located inland in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The site occupies a naturally defensible headland and dates to the Iron Age, representing a significant example of fortified settlement in the region during this period. The fort is characterised by its promontory position and associated defensive earthworks, which would have provided both physical protection and commanding views of the surrounding landscape. Such inland promontory forts served as centres of authority, refuge, and habitation for Iron Age communities in southwest Wales.

Castell Vorlan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE284. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castell Vorlan?

Castell Vorlan is a prehistoric promontory fort located inland in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE284.

What period does Castell Vorlan date from?

Castell Vorlan 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 Vorlan?

Castell Vorlan 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 PE284.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castell Vorlan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Drim Camp (7.5 km), Earthworks SE of Clyn-Derwen (8.2 km), Camp 370m NE of Stoneyford (8.3 km).

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