Scheduled MonumentsWalesCornelau Uchaf Enclosure
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR202
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Breconshire, Wales. The site comprises a roughly circular or oval earthwork defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age defensive or domestic enclosures typical of upland Wales. The monument occupies a commanding position in the landscape, reflecting settlement patterns during the later prehistoric period when such enclosed farmsteads served as residences and territorial markers. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation SAM BR202, acknowledging its importance for understanding prehistoric settlement organization and land use in the Brecon Beacons region.

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR202. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure?

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR202.

What period does Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure date from?

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure?

Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure 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 BR202.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cornelau Uchaf Enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Twyn-y-Gaer (5.6 km), Cross-Slab in Church (7.9 km), Llandefaelog Fach Motte (7.9 km).

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