Scheduled MonumentsWalesEarthworks SW of Church
Medieval · Earthwork (unclassified)

Earthworks SW of Church

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR089
Period
Medieval
Site type
Earthwork (unclassified)
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthworks SW of Church is a medieval earthwork located in Breconshire, Wales. The site remains unclassified in terms of its specific function, though it dates to the medieval period. It is recorded in the Cadw schedule of ancient monuments under reference BR089 as a work of archaeological and historical significance within the county. The precise character and extent of these earthworks reflect the medieval occupation and land use patterns of the Breconshire landscape, though their detailed interpretation requires further archaeological investigation.

Earthworks SW of Church is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR089. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthworks SW of Church?

Earthworks SW of Church is a medieval earthwork located in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR089.

What period does Earthworks SW of Church date from?

Earthworks SW of Church dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a earthwork (unclassified). It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthworks SW of Church?

Earthworks SW of Church 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 BR089.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthworks SW of Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing Stone SSE of Dol-y-Felin (1.2 km), Roman Fortlet (revealed by aerial photography), Disserth (4.2 km), Tynewydd Roman road (4.9 km).

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