Scheduled MonumentsWalesPen y Clawdd Castle Mound
Post Medieval · Motte

Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound

Wales
Cadw SAM MM145
Period
Post Medieval
Site type
Motte
Broad class
Recreational
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound is a post-medieval motte located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference MM145. The earthwork survives as a substantial mound, characteristic of motte-and-bailey fortifications, though its post-medieval dating indicates it may have served recreational or defensive purposes in a later phase than the typical Norman motte castles of Wales. The site's precise historical context and original function remain subjects of archaeological study, though its preservation as a scheduled monument recognises its importance to understanding the settlement and defensive landscape of its region.

Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM145. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound?

Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound is a post-medieval motte located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference MM145. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM145.

What period does Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound date from?

Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound dates from the post medieval period, and is classified as a motte. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound?

Pen y Clawdd 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 MM145.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pen y Clawdd Castle Mound?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist (7.3 km), Hill's Tramroad Inclines, Llanfoist (8 km), Blorenge Tunnel, Hill's Tramroad (8.2 km).

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