Scheduled MonumentsWalesOld Warren Hill Hillfort
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Old Warren Hill Hillfort

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD168
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Old Warren Hill Hillfort is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Ceredigion, Wales, and is a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw register. The site consists of a substantial univallate hillfort, characterised by a single defensive rampart and ditch system that encloses an elevated position on the landscape. Dating to the Iron Age period, the monument represents a form of fortified settlement typical of the prehistoric communities inhabiting Wales during the later pre-Roman era. The hillfort would have served both defensive and settlement functions, providing protection and a focal point for the surrounding community during a period when such elevated, fortified positions held considerable strategic and social significance.

Old Warren Hill Hillfort is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD168. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old Warren Hill Hillfort?

Old Warren Hill Hillfort is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Ceredigion, Wales, and is a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw register. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD168.

What period does Old Warren Hill Hillfort date from?

Old Warren Hill Hillfort dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Old Warren Hill Hillfort?

Old Warren Hill Hillfort 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 CD168.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old Warren Hill Hillfort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gors Defended Enclosure (2.1 km), Pant Mawr Hillfort (3 km), Castle Hill Sculptured Stone (Moved into Llanilar Church) (3.7 km).

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