Scheduled MonumentsWalesCastle Mound 400m N of Cefnige
Medieval · Motte

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD071
Period
Medieval
Site type
Motte
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige is a medieval motte situated in Radnorshire, Wales. The earthwork comprises a substantial mounded structure typical of Norman and early medieval defensive architecture, dating to the twelfth century or possibly earlier. Such mottes served as the defensive strongpoints of early medieval lordships across Wales and the Welsh Marches, functioning as platforms for timber or stone fortifications. The site's location in Radnorshire reflects the strategic importance of this frontier region during the period of Norman expansion into Wales.

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD071. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige?

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige is a medieval motte situated in Radnorshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD071.

What period does Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige date from?

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a motte. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige?

Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige 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 RD071.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Mound 400m N of Cefnige?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llyswen Camp (7 km), Round Barrow 400m S of Church (7.2 km), Round Barrow 90m NE of Pipton Farm (8 km).

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