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Prehistoric · Hillfort

Dolgwden Enclosure

Wales
Cadw SAM MG235
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dolgwden Enclosure is a prehistoric hillfort located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference SAM MG235. The site comprises a defended enclosure of Iron Age date, representing a form of settlement and fortification characteristic of the later prehistoric period in Wales. The monument's physical remains include earthwork defences that would have served both practical and symbolic functions within the settlement hierarchy of Iron Age communities. Such hillforts are significant archaeological evidence for understanding Iron Age society, settlement patterns, and defensive strategies in prehistoric Wales.

Dolgwden Enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG235. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dolgwden Enclosure?

Dolgwden Enclosure is a prehistoric hillfort located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference SAM MG235. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG235.

What period does Dolgwden Enclosure date from?

Dolgwden Enclosure dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Dolgwden Enclosure?

Dolgwden Enclosure 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 MG235.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dolgwden Enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pen y Castell (1.5 km), Pen y Castell Mound & Bailey Castle (2.7 km), Penyclun Lead Mine (3.1 km).

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