Scheduled MonumentsWalesNarberth Mountain Enclosure
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Narberth Mountain Enclosure

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE394
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Narberth Mountain Enclosure is a prehistoric hilltop enclosure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, dating to the Iron Age period. The monument comprises a substantial defensive earthwork consisting of a bank and ditch that enclose the summit of the hill, reflecting the settlement and fortification practices characteristic of Iron Age communities in south Wales. Its elevated position would have provided strategic command of the surrounding landscape and access to pastoral resources. The enclosure represents an important example of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and territorial organisation in the region, though the site remains incompletely excavated and studied compared to other contemporary monuments in south Wales.

Narberth Mountain Enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE394. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Narberth Mountain Enclosure?

Narberth Mountain Enclosure is a prehistoric hilltop enclosure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, dating to the Iron Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE394.

What period does Narberth Mountain Enclosure date from?

Narberth Mountain Enclosure 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 Narberth Mountain Enclosure?

Narberth Mountain Enclosure 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 PE394.

What other scheduled monuments are near Narberth Mountain Enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Burnt Mound North of Dinaston Farm (4.3 km), Longstone Camp (4.8 km), Stepaside/Kilgetty Ironworks (6.2 km).

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