Scheduled MonumentsWalesLittle Haven Enclosed Settlement
Prehistoric · Unenclosed hut circle settlement

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE456
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Unenclosed hut circle settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement is a prehistoric domestic site located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, comprising hut circles and associated settlement features. The site dates to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period, representing evidence of early domestic occupation and settlement patterns in the region. The physical remains consist of circular or sub-circular structures typical of prehistoric domestic architecture, with enclosing features that suggest organised settlement layout and possibly defensive or stock-management functions. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection (reference PE456), the site contributes to understanding of prehistoric settlement organisation and land use in Pembrokeshire during the protohistoric period.

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE456. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Little Haven Enclosed Settlement?

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement is a prehistoric domestic site located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, comprising hut circles and associated settlement features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE456.

What period does Little Haven Enclosed Settlement date from?

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a unenclosed hut circle settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Little Haven Enclosed Settlement?

Little Haven Enclosed Settlement 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 PE456.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little Haven Enclosed Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stack Rock Fort (7.5 km), Chapel Bay Fort (8.7 km), West Angle Bay Early Medieval Settlement (9.3 km).

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