Scheduled MonumentsWalesDinas SW of Aber-Peithnant
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD055
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Ceredigion, Wales. The monument comprises a defended hilltop enclosure characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in Wales, constructed with defensive earthworks typical of the period. Its elevated position commands views over the surrounding landscape, a strategic advantage common to hillforts of this era. The site remains an important archaeological record of prehistoric territorial organisation and settlement in mid-Wales.

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD055. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant?

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Ceredigion, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD055.

What period does Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant date from?

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant 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 Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant?

Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant 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 CD055.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dinas SW of Aber-Peithnant?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Banc Erw Barfe Deserted Rural Settlement (5.4 km), Bwlch-y-Crwys Round Barrow (6.6 km), Fron Ddu Round Barrow (7.5 km).

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