Scheduled MonumentsWalesPencraig-Fawr Camp
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Pencraig-Fawr Camp

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE285
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Pencraig-Fawr Camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The monument comprises a roughly circular or oval enclosed area defined by a bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive settlements in south Wales, though the precise dating remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The site's topographical position and earthwork construction suggest it served a protective or administrative function during the later prehistoric period. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, Pencraig-Fawr Camp contributes to understanding the settlement patterns and land use of prehistoric Pembrokeshire.

Pencraig-Fawr Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE285. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pencraig-Fawr Camp?

Pencraig-Fawr Camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE285.

What period does Pencraig-Fawr Camp date from?

Pencraig-Fawr Camp 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 Pencraig-Fawr Camp?

Pencraig-Fawr 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 PE285.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pencraig-Fawr Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Road 300m East of Bryn Farm (8.9 km), Camp 370m NE of Stoneyford (9.1 km), Camp 400m NW of Holgan (9.3 km).

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