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Prehistoric · Rath

Denant Rath

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE215
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Rath
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Denant Rath is a prehistoric defended settlement located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference PE215. The site comprises an earthwork consisting of a circular or oval enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch system, characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in Wales. Such raths, or defended homesteads, typically date to the Iron Age period, representing the fortified domestic establishments of high-status individuals or family groups. The monument preserves evidence of the prehistoric settlement patterns and defensive strategies employed in prehistoric Pembrokeshire, contributing to understanding of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and land use in southwest Wales.

Denant Rath is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE215. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Denant Rath?

Denant Rath is a prehistoric defended settlement located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference PE215. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE215.

What period does Denant Rath date from?

Denant Rath dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a rath. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Denant Rath?

Denant Rath 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 PE215.

What other scheduled monuments are near Denant Rath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fort Hubberston (8.3 km), South Hook Fort (9.2 km), West Popton Camp (9.4 km).

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