Scheduled MonumentsWalesMoel Arthur Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Moel Arthur Camp

Flintshire, Wales
Cadw SAM FL010
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moel Arthur Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Flintshire, Wales, positioned on elevated terrain that commands extensive views across the surrounding landscape. The site is defined by substantial defensive earthworks comprising multiple ramparts and ditches, which are characteristic of Iron Age hillforts and demonstrate considerable investment in fortification and community labour. Dating to the Iron Age, the monument represents an important example of defended settlement and territorial control in prehistoric Wales, reflecting patterns of social organisation and security concerns of the period. The strategic positioning of the camp on high ground exemplifies the defensive principles employed by Iron Age communities in north Wales.

Moel Arthur Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference FL010. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moel Arthur Camp?

Moel Arthur Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Flintshire, Wales, positioned on elevated terrain that commands extensive views across the surrounding landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference FL010.

What period does Moel Arthur Camp date from?

Moel Arthur Camp 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 Moel Arthur Camp?

Moel Arthur Camp 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 FL010.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moel Arthur Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moel Fenlli Camp (6.2 km), Rhewl Round Barrows (6.5 km), Moel Eithinen Round Barrow (7.1 km).

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