Scheduled MonumentsWalesPen Dinas Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Pen Dinas Camp

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD102
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pen Dinas Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated near Aberystwyth in Ceredigion, Wales. The site occupies a prominent hilltop position and is defined by defensive earthworks consisting of banks and ditches that enclose the summit. Dating to the Iron Age, the hillfort represents a significant example of prehistoric fortified settlement in mid-Wales, reflecting the defensive and communal functions characteristic of such sites during this period. The monument's strategic location overlooking the surrounding landscape underscores its importance as a centre of control and habitation during the Iron Age occupation of the region.

Pen Dinas Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD102. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pen Dinas Camp?

Pen Dinas Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated near Aberystwyth in Ceredigion, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD102.

What period does Pen Dinas Camp date from?

Pen Dinas 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 Pen Dinas Camp?

Pen Dinas 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 CD102.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pen Dinas Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Gwar-Cwm (5.8 km), Castell S of Goginan-Fach (6.1 km), Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn (7.4 km).

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