Scheduled MonumentsWalesCraig Ty-Isaf Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Craig Ty-Isaf Camp

Wales
Cadw SAM GM263
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Craig Ty-Isaf Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Wales. The site consists of defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age settlement patterns, with evidence of fortification suggesting its construction and use during the later prehistoric period. Its position and structural characteristics indicate its role as a defended settlement or refuge site, reflecting the territorial and defensive concerns of Iron Age communities in the region. The monument is recorded under Cadw's Scheduled Ancient Monument designation as a significant example of prehistoric Welsh hillfort archaeology.

Craig Ty-Isaf Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM263. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craig Ty-Isaf Camp?

Craig Ty-Isaf Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM263.

What period does Craig Ty-Isaf Camp date from?

Craig Ty-Isaf 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 Ty-Isaf Camp?

Craig Ty-Isaf 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 GM263.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craig Ty-Isaf Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pen-y-Castell (3.6 km), Ergyd Isaf Round Barrows (6.1 km), Ergyd Uchaf Round Barrow (6.7 km).

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