Scheduled MonumentsWalesGaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross

Wales
Cadw SAM MM077
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross is a prehistoric hillfort located in Monmouthshire, Wales. The site comprises defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age fortification, featuring banks and ditches designed to enclose and protect a settlement on elevated terrain. The monument is recorded as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw's protection, reflecting its archaeological significance as evidence of Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive practices in the Welsh borderlands.

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM077. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross?

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross is a prehistoric hillfort located in Monmouthshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM077.

What period does Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross date from?

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross 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 Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross?

Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross 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 MM077.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gaer 594m SW of Trellech Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Arvan's Church Cross-slab (7.6 km), The Giant's Cave, Piercefield (8.1 km), Lancaut deserted village (8.5 km).

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