Scheduled MonumentsWalesDefended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan
Prehistoric · Promontory Fort - inland

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD276
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Promontory Fort - inland
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan is a prehistoric promontory fort situated in Ceredigion, Wales, and registered as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CD276. The site exploits natural topography to create a defensive position, characteristic of Iron Age fortified settlements in Wales, though the precise dating remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The enclosure is defined by earthwork defences that utilise the promontory's natural scarping to enhance protection on exposed sides. Such monuments represent significant evidence of organised settlement and territorial control during the later prehistoric period in the region.

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD276. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan?

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan is a prehistoric promontory fort situated in Ceredigion, Wales, and registered as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CD276. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD276.

What period does Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan date from?

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a promontory fort - inland. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan?

Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan 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 CD276.

What other scheduled monuments are near Defended Enclosure 250m NE of Pont Henllan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carreg Wen Standing Stone (6.8 km), Clawdd-Mawr (7.3 km), Nant-Gronw Round Barrows (7.5 km).

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