Scheduled MonumentsWalesCorn y Fan Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Corn y Fan Camp

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR051
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Corn y Fan Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Breconshire, Wales, that dates to the Iron Age. The site is defined by substantial defensive earthworks comprising a single rampart and ditch that enclose an irregular hilltop position, reflecting the characteristic defensive architecture of Iron Age communities in Wales. Its location within the Brecon Beacons region places it within an area of significant Iron Age settlement activity. The camp represents an important example of Iron Age fortified settlement patterns in South Wales and demonstrates the strategic use of elevated terrain for defensive purposes during this period.

Corn y Fan Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR051. View the official record →

About this monument

Questions & answers

What is Corn y Fan Camp?

Corn y Fan Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Breconshire, Wales, that dates to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR051.

What period does Corn y Fan Camp date from?

Corn y Fan Camp dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Corn y Fan Camp?

Corn y Fan Camp 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 BR051.

What other scheduled monuments are near Corn y Fan Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Twyn-y-Gaer (7.4 km), Cross-Slab in Churchyard (7.7 km), Earthwork 675m W of Dan-y-Cefn (8.7 km).

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