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Prehistoric · Hillfort

Garn Goch Camps

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM037
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garn Goch is a Iron Age hillfort located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, situated on high ground that commands views across the surrounding landscape. The site comprises two separate defended enclosures constructed with substantial stone ramparts, representing a notable example of later prehistoric fortification in South Wales. The dual-camp arrangement suggests either sequential occupation or contemporary use of distinct functional zones, though the precise chronology and purpose of both enclosures remain subjects of archaeological inquiry. The fortifications demonstrate the defensive priorities and constructional capabilities of Iron Age communities in the region, with the surviving earthworks and stonework providing evidence of substantial investment in the site's construction and maintenance.

Garn Goch Camps is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garn Goch Camps?

Garn Goch is a Iron Age hillfort located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, situated on high ground that commands views across the surrounding landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM037.

What period does Garn Goch Camps date from?

Garn Goch Camps 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 Garn Goch Camps?

Garn Goch Camps 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 CM037.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garn Goch Camps?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carn Pen-y-Clogau (6.3 km), Beddau'r Derwyddon (6.4 km), Two Burnt Mounds 350m W of Cwrtbrynbeirdd (6.5 km).

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