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Llwynduris Castle Mound is a Medieval motte situated in Ceredigion, Wales. The earthwork comprises a prominent mound typical of Norman motte-and-bailey fortifications, reflecting the military architecture employed across Wales during the medieval period following the Norman conquest. The site's exact dating and functional history remain subject to scholarly interpretation, though such mottes were generally constructed from the eleventh century onwards as temporary or strategic defensive positions. The monument is now designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, recognising its archaeological and historical significance to Welsh medieval heritage.
Llwynduris Castle Mound is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD009. View the official record →
Llwynduris Castle Mound is a Medieval motte situated in Ceredigion, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD009.
Llwynduris Castle Mound dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a motte. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Llwynduris Castle Mound 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 CD009.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cenarth Bridge (3.6 km), Parc-y-Domen (3.7 km), Inscribed Stone in St Llawddog's Churchyard, Cenarth (3.7 km).
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