Scheduled MonumentsWalesClawdd Mawr
Medieval · Linear Earthwork

Clawdd Mawr

Wales
Cadw SAM MG101
Period
Medieval
Site type
Linear Earthwork
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Clawdd Mawr is a linear earthwork located in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference Cadw SAM MG101. The monument takes the form of an substantial bank and ditch system characteristic of medieval boundary or defensive earthworks. It represents an important example of medieval landscape organisation and territorial demarcation in the Welsh region. The earthwork's precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological study, though its physical form and scale indicate a significant investment in construction during the medieval period.

Clawdd Mawr is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG101. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clawdd Mawr?

Clawdd Mawr is a linear earthwork located in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference Cadw SAM MG101. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG101.

What period does Clawdd Mawr date from?

Clawdd Mawr dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a linear earthwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Clawdd Mawr?

Clawdd Mawr 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 MG101.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clawdd Mawr?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cil Haul Barrow (0.4 km), Croes y Forwyn cairns (3.9 km), Afon y Dolau Gwynion kerb cairn (4.1 km).

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