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Prehistoric · Hillfort

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort

Wales
Cadw SAM MG232
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference MG232. The site consists of a hillfort with defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age construction, featuring ramparts and ditches positioned to command views of the surrounding landscape. The fortification dates to the Iron Age period, when such hillforts served as centres of power, refuge, and territorial control across Britain. The physical remains at Ffridd Mathrafal reflect the strategic importance of elevated positions in prehistoric Welsh settlement patterns and defence strategies.

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG232. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort?

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference MG232. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG232.

What period does Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort date from?

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort 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 Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort?

Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort 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 MG232.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ffridd Mathrafal Hillfort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mathrafal Castle (1.4 km), Pentre Camp (1.9 km), Cefn-Du Camp (3.7 km).

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