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Roman · Fort

Cefn-Caer Roman Site

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME009
Period
Roman
Site type
Fort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cefn-Caer is a Roman fort located in Meirionnydd, Gwynedd, Wales, situated strategically in the upland terrain of mid-Wales. The site dates to the Roman military occupation of Wales, likely established during the first century AD as part of Rome's conquest and consolidation of the province. The fort's defensive position reflects its role in controlling the challenging landscape and the local population of the region. The remains visible today include earthwork features characteristic of Roman auxiliary forts, though the site has been subject to erosion and agricultural use over the centuries.

Cefn-Caer Roman Site is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME009. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cefn-Caer Roman Site?

Cefn-Caer is a Roman fort located in Meirionnydd, Gwynedd, Wales, situated strategically in the upland terrain of mid-Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME009.

What period does Cefn-Caer Roman Site date from?

Cefn-Caer Roman Site dates from the roman period, and is classified as a fort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Cefn-Caer Roman Site?

Cefn-Caer Roman Site 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 ME009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cefn-Caer Roman Site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ystrad Einion Lead Mine Buildings and Water Wheel (6.3 km), Pemprys Rural Settlement (6.4 km), Bryndyfi Lead Mine (7.1 km).

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