Scheduled MonumentsWalesCraig Adwywynt Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Craig Adwywynt Camp

Denbighshire, Wales
Cadw SAM DE073
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Craig Adwywynt Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Denbighshire, Wales. The site is situated on high ground and comprises defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age fortifications, featuring banks and ditches designed to protect settlement areas and valuable resources. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection, it represents an important example of late prehistoric settlement hierarchy and defence strategy in north Wales. The hillfort's location and construction reflect the strategic considerations of Iron Age communities in the region, though detailed excavation records for this particular site remain limited in the published archaeological literature.

Craig Adwywynt Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference DE073. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craig Adwywynt Camp?

Craig Adwywynt Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Denbighshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference DE073.

What period does Craig Adwywynt Camp date from?

Craig Adwywynt 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 Craig Adwywynt Camp?

Craig Adwywynt 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 DE073.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craig Adwywynt Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mynydd Cricor Barrow (4.8 km), Tom Dongen Round Barrow (5.4 km), Tomen y Rhodwydd (Castell yr Adwy) Mound and Bailey Castle (6.2 km).

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