Scheduled MonumentsWalesEnclosure on Cockit Hill
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Enclosure on Cockit Hill

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR250
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure on Cockit Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Breconshire, Wales. The monument consists of an enclosed defensive site characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in the Welsh uplands, demonstrating the strategic occupation of elevated terrain during the late prehistoric period. The earthwork defences comprise banks and ditches that define the perimeter of the enclosure, typical of fortified settlements constructed to control territory and provide refuge for communities and their livestock. The site's location and physical form reflect the military and social organisation of Iron Age societies in South Wales.

Enclosure on Cockit Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR250. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure on Cockit Hill?

Enclosure on Cockit Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR250.

What period does Enclosure on Cockit Hill date from?

Enclosure on Cockit Hill 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 Enclosure on Cockit Hill?

Enclosure on Cockit Hill 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 BR250.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure on Cockit Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Myarth Camp (7.2 km), Llwyn-y-Fedwen Standing Stone (7.4 km), Penmyarth Standing Stone (8.2 km).

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