Prehistoric · Enclosure

Gron-Gaer

Wales
Cadw SAM GM197
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gron-Gaer is a prehistoric enclosure located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw SAM GM197. The site represents Iron Age settlement activity in the Welsh landscape, though detailed archaeological evidence regarding its precise construction date and function remains limited in the scholarly record. The monument consists of an enclosed area defined by earthwork defences typical of Iron Age hillforts and defended settlements in Britain. As a scheduled monument, Gron-Gaer is protected for its archaeological significance and potential to contribute to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Wales.

Gron-Gaer is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM197. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gron-Gaer?

Gron-Gaer is a prehistoric enclosure located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw SAM GM197. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM197.

What period does Gron-Gaer date from?

Gron-Gaer dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Gron-Gaer?

Gron-Gaer 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 GM197.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gron-Gaer?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Penmaen Burrows Church (6.9 km), Penmaen Burrows Burial Chamber (6.9 km), Penmaen Burrows Ringwork (6.9 km).

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